
94 Yo Healthy Female Asks If She Should Have Covid

Question: 94 yo healthy female asks if she should have covid vaccine. she had anaphylaxis to flu shot 7 years ago
Brief Answer:
No
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your question.
I am Dr.Barani.
With history of anaphylaxis to flu vaccine earlier, it is prudent to avoid Covid vaccine as she is prone for anaphylaxis.
She should follow these precautions -
1. Wearing mask
2. Physical distancing
3. Hand sanitization.
Regards,
Dr.Barani
No
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your question.
I am Dr.Barani.
With history of anaphylaxis to flu vaccine earlier, it is prudent to avoid Covid vaccine as she is prone for anaphylaxis.
She should follow these precautions -
1. Wearing mask
2. Physical distancing
3. Hand sanitization.
Regards,
Dr.Barani
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Dr. Baranidharan Kuselan
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