The Kaunas doctor answered questions about the COVID-19 vaccine: who should not be vaccinated?



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According to dr. I. Bajorūnienė, the vaccine that will now be used to vaccinate people against the coronavirus, is designed to prime the immune system to fight the infection, but cannot cause the disease itself.

What is the composition of the vaccine currently traveling to Lithuania and how does it differ from others?

The vaccine, which is currently traveling to Lithuania, has a new structure: mRNA. Once in the body, this structure causes the production of a protein that is recognized by the immune system and begins to produce antibodies and special T cells that are responsible for killing the virus.

If a person has already had COVID-19, do they still need to be vaccinated?

In this case, vaccination is not necessary. Of course, no risks or side effects have been observed in clinical trials, so vaccination is possible.

Can this vaccine be given to children?

The vaccine is for adults over 16 years of age. So far, the data is as follows.

The Kaunas doctor answered questions about the COVID-19 vaccine: who should not be vaccinated?

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Is it possible to vaccinate pregnant women?

As with many medications, the studies are not done in pregnant women. All that can be said is that no side effects have been observed in animal studies in this case. This must be decided on a case-by-case basis.

Is it safe to receive this vaccine in case of chronic illness?

Studies show that people who had chronic diseases and were vaccinated with this vaccine did not experience dangerous side effects. The only doubt was about the effectiveness, since it is not clear if the vaccine will be adequately protected. Thus, in asthma, diabetes, obesity, lung diseases, this vaccine can be vaccinated.

When is vaccination not recommended?

It is not recommended if the person has a history of the disease and has developed enough antibodies.

Will I need to get vaccinated again later, for example every year, against the flu?

It may be so. First of all, this vaccine is given twice: after the first time, the second is given after 3 weeks. It is expected that one week after the second vaccination, an adequate immune response will develop.

Perhaps it is better to get immunity from COVID-19 naturally than from vaccines?

Hard to say. It can be good to acquire it naturally, but no one knows if the course of the disease will not be severe and if life will not be in danger. Prevention is easier with vaccination than with disease.

What are the possible side effects of the vaccine?

Researchers observed several common symptoms that occurred in 1 in 10 patients: injection site pain, muscle and joint pain, fever, and chills.

Can this vaccine cause long-term effects?

There are no such data and there is currently no indication that the vaccine has a long-term effect. Investigations are ongoing.

The Kaunas doctor answered questions about the COVID-19 vaccine: who should not get vaccinated?

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How to know that COVID-19 is splants?

Each medicine and vaccine can have some side effects. To do this, you need to prepare: to find out about your chronic diseases, talk with your family doctor, choose the best time for vaccination, when there are no signs of other infections or exacerbation of chronic diseases.

If the virus mutates, will the developed vaccine be effective?

We don’t have any investigation yet, this is likely to show up in the coming months.

How long does it take for a person to become immune?

One week after the second vaccination, a person can be said to have immune protection.

Do you need special preparation before vaccination?

Yes, as I mentioned, a person needs to feel good, not have a fever, not have an exacerbation of other diseases. If everything is done correctly, there should be no major side effects.

What should people with allergies know about COVID-19, also if they are allergic to any of the ingredients in the vaccine?

If a person is allergic, they should inform the doctor and nursing staff. In this case, vaccination is not possible. As the available data shows, allergic reactions are extremely rare. Additionally, vaccines are administered in a medical facility where medical care can be provided quickly.

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