kirbe
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Post by kirbe on Jan 19, 2021 15:42:48 GMT -5
Hi all,
Today I read that liver diseases (mostly cirrhosis) was noted by the CDC as putting individuals at higher risk for COVID. I’m curious if HFI could be considered a liver disease. I’ve been extremely cautious since last March because both of my parents are high risk, but now I’m wondering if I may be as well (or slightly higher than the average person). I’m mainly wondering this because my state will be opening up scheduling for the vaccine to people 16 to 64 with comorbidities or high risk factors. I don’t currently have a primary care doctor, but would probably be able to get a note about it from Yale New Haven Hospital where I was diagnosed and taken care of as a child (if it actually is a valid risk).
Frankly this is probably a long shot since I’m generally healthy and haven’t had any serious hypoglycemic episodes in 15-20 years. Just wondering if anyone else has been curious about this or even talked to their doctor about it in relation to getting the COVID vaccine.
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Post by colormist on Jan 20, 2021 8:54:19 GMT -5
You'd probably have to talk with a doctor. Seems like they're getting a doctor's permission before scheduling. I have MS and I'm also between doctors. I did meet with one doctor briefly for telemedicine, but I'm not sure if that means he's "my doctor" or not. We'll see if I get approved. I'm a little worried as I"m also going on a new medication next week that will suppress my immune system.
To be honest, if you don't have any medical issues and are otherwise healthy, then it's probably best to wait so that high-risk individuals can receive the vaccine. I'm so worried about my older friend and family members--especially with the new strain going around.
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Post by colormist on Feb 5, 2021 11:51:07 GMT -5
Just got my covid vaccine! I received Moderna's vaccine and didn't have any noticeable side effects from the sorbitol. My arm hurts like a mother, but I presume that's because I have a suppressed immune system (MS) and virtually no B-cells left to help build antibodies.
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