- Pneumococcal
- Recommendations for Adults
Does an adult younger than age 50 years with beta thalassemia minor meet the criteria for a recommendation for vaccination with a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine?
No. Beta thalassemia minor is a hemoglobinopathy, but compared to sickle cell disease, these patients have less risk for functional asplenia, and therefore do not have a significantly increased risk of invasive pneumococcal disease.
Last reviewed:
November 13, 2024