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2021-05-28 12:27:27
Can a patient undergoing chemotherapy for Lymphoma take vaccination for Covid-19? Will it help the patient in getting protection?
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Need to see chemotherapy details with dates yo take that decision.. better consult an oncologist

Answered2021-05-30 17:20:47

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Vaccination is not recommended during chemotherapy but one can take it after 3 months of completing chemotherapy
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After 3 months consult your doctor and ask for vaccination.
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Discontinuation. Of chemotherapy is not advised. Use mask and social distance

Answered2021-05-29 06:37:18

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You have to provide details like type of lymphoma, number of chemotherapy cycles received, type of chemotherapt and  remission status.

Answered2021-05-28 17:00:40

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What chemotherapy is being given? Any immunosuppressive therapy?

Answered2021-05-28 12:34:31

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