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I have a history of COPD. Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently read about the latest coronavirus vaccine, and I am concerned about potential side effects. I am a 50-year-old man and had a history of COPD; however, it is sort of cured now. Considering my health history and any pre-existing conditions, is it safe for me to receive the vac... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, actually, I suggest you take a coronavirus vaccine if your symptoms are under control. If you currently have any symptoms of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder), such as difficulties in breathing, coug... Read Full »
My child is traveling abroad. Is it necessary for her to get vaccinated?
Query: Hi doctor, I am planning to travel abroad with my almost 13-year-old daughter. I have taken both doses of vaccination. But my daughter is also asked to vaccinate. Doctors say it is safe, and many children worldwide are getting vaccinated. We are not planning to return to my home country again, so if... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In your home country, children are getting COVID-19 vaccinations done now. I recommend you inquire about what vaccines are available in the country you are traveling to and check if they are available in your home country. Thank you. Read Full »
When should a booster dose be taken after 45 days of COVID infection?
Query: Hello doctor, I got COVID-19 45 days back and recovered, and I am due to take a booster dose this week. Shall I take the booster dose or wait for a couple of months, as my body might be immune for some time? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and am sorry you caught a covid-19 infection. The recommended guidelines state that anyone with a breakthrough infection and those vaccinated with both doses but still infected with Covid 19 - should wait for three months before taking the booster ... Read Full »
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for my 6-year-old child?
Query: Hello doctor, How safe are COVID-19 vaccines for my kid? I want to keep my kid safe both from COVID and vaccine jabs. I do not believe in vaccines. It can affect my child's health. But everyone is insisting on that to get my kid vaccinated. She is 6 years only. Does she require a vaccine? I fear tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vaccines are only protective, and no vaccine will harm our bodies. Please be scientific in this era of modern science. Give her vaccines and protect her from serious diseases. Remember that the fatal smallpox was eradicated from this world by effective vaccination. S... Read Full »
I heard COVID vaccine decreases immunity. Is it true?
Query: Hello, There are many rumors that our immunity decreases after taking the COVID vaccine. While I understand that wearing the mask, social distancing, etc., are very important as antibodies do not develop for some time. But does it mean that our immunity is even lesser than someone who has not taken ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.It is a rumor that after taking the vaccine, immunity decreases. This is because after taking the vaccine, antibodies in the body are formed to some extent after the first dose and to a large extent after the second dose.There is no reason why the ... Read Full »
Why does my 80-year-old father has low levels of antibody even after two doses of COVID vaccine?
Query: Hello, My 80-year-old father has received two doses of the Covishield vaccine in a gap of 5.5 weeks. He received his second dose last month. We did the antibody test. His antibodies are only 1.4, while for my mother, it is 20. They both received the doses on the same day. Does this mean he has low p... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. Low values mean that your father does not currently have an active COVID infection. However, they both had exposure previously, so antibodies are formed, which is why the antibody test is positive. Your mother had m... Read Full »
What should I do to protect myself from COVID other than getting a vaccination?
Query: Hello doctor,I have not yet been able to get vaccinated. I have MCAS and never successfully received a vaccine in my life. I am attempting to get my Pfizer shot this month with an allergist. I have MS, asthma, and a disabled 9-year-old. I am the only unvaccinated member of my house. I do not leave m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query. In situations where you are not able to get your vaccinations done, I suggest you, 1) Follow strict social distancing. 2) Wear an N95 mask while going out, and make sure you never pull it down while you are outside. 3) Follow strict hand hygien... Read Full »
Why do I have stomach pain after taking the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine?
Query: Hello doctor, I got my second dose of the Pfizer vaccine nine days ago. Four hours after I got it, I started getting a sharp pain in my stomach. Since then, I have had constant stomach pain (dull ache with cramping), which is horrible. I also feel weakness in my legs when I stand. I got a blood test... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me begin with the fact that the COVID-19 vaccine, no matter which one you receive, does not have serious side effects on more than 2 % of the recipients. However, if you fall in that 2 percent category, you would have developed much more severe symptoms, and your b... Read Full »
Is the COVID vaccine ineffective against SARS?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife got her COVID shot three months back (Pfizer second dose). Now she has the flu, which we got tested thinking it is COVID, but strangely it is SARS. Is it deadlier than COVID? What is the treatment? Is COVID vaccine ineffective against this? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Vaccines are helpful, and please understand that the epidemic was controlled with the help of vaccines. But it is not 100 % effective in preventing infection. On the other hand, vaccines decrease mortality and morbidity. SARS (severe acute... Read Full »
What to do if I am suffering from menstrual irregularity after getting COVID vaccination?
Query: Hello doctor,I am in a live-in relationship, but we live apart these days because of work. I got fully vaccinated, and since then, I have been experiencing a delay in my period. Initially, the wait was two weeks, but it was more than two weeks this time. What is the possible reason? Is it related to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, let me tell you that the COVID vaccine does not affect menstrual cycles after this long time. It is generally due to some other problem. To correct this abnormal cycle, you need to take oral contraceptive pills. However, to cure the root cause, some diagn... Read Full »