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Vaccination delays due to covid19
My son's 15 montn vaccines were due on March 28, 2020. With the current covid19 situation, I am hesitant to take him out of the house unless absolutely essential. Is it ok if the 15- montn vaccines of MMR 2, Varicella, PCV booster are delayed by 2 months?
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There shouldn't be problem if postponed .But according to recent guidelines MMR and varicella vaccine should be given.Ensure to take prior appointment and confirm that pediatrician place has no sick children during your appointment slot
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In present condition postponement is best.
Wait till lock out clears.
Doctors are no full proof.
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Cab delayed in the present circumstances,but should be given as lockdown and covid infection rate is significantly under control!
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It should be fine as long as the child is vaccinated till date.
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Dr. Alpa Shah
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31 yrs exp
Mumbai
It should be fine if he has taken previous vaccines on time.
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Can wait till lock down gets over
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Try giving chicken pox as if any clinic near by gives in aseptic condition.
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