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I was tested positive for COVID after the first dose. Should I take the second dose?

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Hi doctor,

Three months back, I took my first Moderna COVID vaccine shot. Four days after the first shot, I was tested positive for COVID. My symptoms were very mild. A few days later, I took the Regeneron monoclonal antibody treatment and was told that I could not take my second vaccine shot for 90 days. My 90 days are over, and I want to know should I still take the second shot since I already had COVID (built-up antibodies), took the first vaccine shot, and took the monoclonal antibody treatment. Is the second shot really necessary?

Answered by Dr. N. Ashok Viswanath

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. N. Ashok Viswanath did his MBBS and specialization in M.D (Microbiology) , D.N.B (Microbiology) and M.N.A.M.S (Microbiology) which deals with clinical laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases of microbial origin such as bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic etiology, and certain autoimmune diseases. He has a particular interest in Infectious diseases in General Practice.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern.

It is better to take your second vaccine dose now. It will boost your cell-mediated immunity against future chances of infection with the COVID-19 virus for many months to years. It is fine that you got COVID-19 infection followed by the first dose vaccine for which you have been treated with monoclonal antibody. I suggest getting your second dose vaccination done and staying protected.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At January 18, 2022
Reviewed At October 6, 2022

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. N. Ashok Viswanath did his MBBS and specialization in M.D (Microbiology) , D.N.B (Microbiology) and M.N.A.M.S (Microbiology) which deals with clinical laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases of microbial origin such as bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic etiology, and certain autoimmune diseases. He has a particular interest in Infectious diseases in General Practice.

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. N. Ashok Viswanath did his MBBS and specialization in M.D (Microbiology) , D.N.B (Microbiology) and M.N.A.M.S (Microbiology) which deals with clinical laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases of microbial origin such as bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic etiology, and certain autoimmune diseases. He has a particular interest in Infectious diseases in General Practice.

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