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My father, aged 67 has taken first dose of vaccine on 20th April. He has been tested covid positive on 28th April. Can he take second does of vaccination?
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Covid vaccination can be done 4-8 weeks after recovery from covid infection.
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No not right now
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Dr. Anuradha Pandey
Intensive Medicine Specialist
10 yrs exp
Delhi
After 28 days and pls consult a physician before the vaccination , there should not be an active infection
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Dr. Namita Chandra
General Physician
32 yrs exp
Lucknow
Second dose of vaccine is to be given one month after becoming negative to COVID-19
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Dr. Monil Sarode
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Pune
Second dose should be taken after 4-6 weeks from recovery after active infection.
For management guidelines
Kindly consult.
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