COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations for Patients with Blood Disorders
Which COVID-19 vaccine can be administered for issues related to red blood cells? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire whether I can receive vaccinations given my hereditary thalassemia. Additionally, which vaccine would you recommend as the most appropriate? My annual health ch...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, the situations mentioned above are generally not considered absolute contraindications for vaccination. However, individual reactions to vaccines can vary. It is important to observe after vaccination. Online consultations do not equate to in-person medical visits and cann...[Read More] COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations for Patients with Blood Disorders
Understanding Coughing and Vaccine Readiness: Your Health Questions Answered
Vaccine issues? Why is it that before I received the COVID-19 vaccine, I occasionally woke up with a cough that produced clear mucus? After getting the vaccine, I still occasionally experience a cough without mucus, and it remains clear. My family thinks I have a cold, but I don&...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, these symptoms are considered a reasonable immune response and do not affect the administration of the second dose.[Read More] Understanding Coughing and Vaccine Readiness: Your Health Questions Answered
Understanding Vaccine-Related Skin Spots: Thrombosis or Purpura?
Vaccine blood spots Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the petechiae caused by the vaccine. Do these subcutaneous bleeding spots appear suddenly (overnight) with many spots, or do they gradually increase day by day? Before I received the COVID-19 vaccine, I had just visited...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! The causes of the two conditions are different. Please observe if you have any of the following symptoms: severe persistent headache accompanied by vision changes or seizures, severe and persistent abdominal pain lasting more than 24 hours, swelling or pain in the lower ex...[Read More] Understanding Vaccine-Related Skin Spots: Thrombosis or Purpura?
Can I Get Moderna Vaccine After Hepatitis B Vaccination?
Hepatitis B vaccine Hello, I would like to ask if it is feasible to receive the Moderna vaccine shortly after getting the Hepatitis B vaccine today, or is there a need to wait a few days?
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! "Currently, there is no data indicating the impact of simultaneous vaccination with other vaccines on immunogenicity and safety. It is recommended to have an interval of at least 7 days between the COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines. If the interval is less than the ...[Read More] Can I Get Moderna Vaccine After Hepatitis B Vaccination?
Should You Get Tested for COVID-19 After an ER Visit?
Medical consultation Hello doctor, my mother felt discomfort in her heart yesterday, so we went to the emergency room. However, the area next to the internal medicine department was filled with patients exhibiting symptoms like coughing and vomiting. We wore medical masks the ent...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, the risk you are exposed to currently only requires self-health management. Although the emergency department is considered a high-risk area, it does not necessarily mean there will be cases. It is recommended that you pay close attention to the ...[Read More] Should You Get Tested for COVID-19 After an ER Visit?
Is My Phone Disinfection Routine Too Excessive During COVID-19?
Disinfection of the coronavirus? Recently, due to the pandemic, I often clean my phone before going to bed. However, this has led to arguments with my family, who say that I am being overly excessive. I want to ask the doctor if I am really over-cleaning. Currently, I disinfect m...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Since I did not see your disinfection practices, I recommend a reasonable disinfection method: areas that are frequently exposed to the outside should be cleaned and disinfected upon returning home. For instance, hand sanitization should be done frequently, and you should ...[Read More] Is My Phone Disinfection Routine Too Excessive During COVID-19?
Is It Safe for Seniors with Head Issues to Get the Second AZ Vaccine?
Issues with the administration of the second dose of the AZ vaccine? Hello. My elder family member has an appointment to receive the second dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine tomorrow. They had a head injury from a car accident in their younger years and have been experiencing occas...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Cheng: 1. According to the data published by our Centers for Disease Control, the contraindications for the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine include a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccine components, previous severe allergic reactions after receiving this vaccine...[Read More] Is It Safe for Seniors with Head Issues to Get the Second AZ Vaccine?
Persistent Elevated Body Temperature After COVID-19 Vaccination: What to Know
Elevated body temperature? Hello Doctor, I received the AZ vaccine a month ago, and it has been over 5 weeks now. My daytime temperature (ear temperature) is around 37.1 degrees Celsius, and during the warmer hours from noon to afternoon, it can reach 37.3 degrees. When I exercis...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Lai, 1. The reactions that may occur after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine are mostly pain and swelling at the injection site, which typically resolve within a few days. You may apply a cold compress, but please do not rub or scratch the injection site. Fever (≥38°C) ...[Read More] Persistent Elevated Body Temperature After COVID-19 Vaccination: What to Know
Understanding Bruising After AZ Vaccine in Patients with Favism
Bruising at the injection site after receiving the AZ vaccine? Hello, Doctor: I have G6PD deficiency and received the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on September 9th. On the same day, I consulted with the physician at the vaccination site, who indicated that patients with G6PD defi...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, G6PD deficiency is not a contraindication for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Local redness or bruising is a relatively common reaction that typically subsides after a few days. You may continue to monitor the situation. If there is no improvement or if other symptoms aris...[Read More] Understanding Bruising After AZ Vaccine in Patients with Favism
Should My Son Get the AZ Vaccine After Pneumococcal Shot?
Please ask your questions about vaccines? Hello Doctor: My son is 18 years and 9 months old and is about to start his first year of college. Since he couldn't wait for the COVID-19 vaccine, he received the 13-valent pneumococcal vaccine on September 7. However, he has an app...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, according to the current vaccination guidelines, it is indeed a bit awkward to avoid administering other types of vaccines within two weeks. I find it difficult to provide you with a definitive answer. If you go for vaccination, please make sure to inform the healthcare pe...[Read More] Should My Son Get the AZ Vaccine After Pneumococcal Shot?
COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns for Young Adults with Health History
Vaccine issues Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about COVID-19 vaccination. I am 22 years old and in March of this year, I was diagnosed with some cysts in my breast (some of which have slight calcification) during a visit to a breast surgeon. The doctor advised me to retu...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, there are currently no specific contraindications for the vaccine for you. It is recommended to complete the vaccination as soon as possible; any brand is a good choice. Online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot provide diagnoses or tre...[Read More] COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns for Young Adults with Health History
COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns for Women in Menopause: A Guide
Questions related to COVID-19 vaccines? Hello, I am 52 years old. Last April, I visited a gynecologist and blood tests indicated that I have entered menopause. Since then, I have experienced menopausal symptoms such as insomnia, night sweats, anxiety, and palpitations, which have...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. K: 1. The AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is a non-replicating viral vector vaccine containing the gene for the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein (S protein) and is used for the prevention of COVID-19. This vaccine has received emergency use authorization from the WHO, the EU, and ...[Read More] COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns for Women in Menopause: A Guide
Understanding Elevated Body Temperature: Causes and Concerns in Family Medicine
Elevated body temperature? Hello, doctor. Since the outbreak of the pandemic in Taiwan, I have been regularly monitoring my temperature due to overlapping exposure with confirmed cases. Previously, I only measured my forehead temperature at work, which mostly ranged from 36.6 to ...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, if infections or endocrine system abnormalities have been ruled out, it is recommended to consult with an allergist or immunologist for further evaluation. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to in-person visits and cannot provide diagnoses or treatmen...[Read More] Understanding Elevated Body Temperature: Causes and Concerns in Family Medicine
Should Seniors with Health Issues Get the COVID Vaccine?
I would like to inquire about issues related to the COVID-19 vaccine? Hello, Director. My elderly family member is nearly eighty years old. Due to the negative news reported by the media, they previously decided against getting vaccinated. However, after reassessing the situation...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Mtyofcyc: 1. Patients with hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, liver disease, and other conditions are generally advised to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. This is especially true for males over the age of 65, and those residing in nursing or long-term care facilities ...[Read More] Should Seniors with Health Issues Get the COVID Vaccine?
Understanding High-Risk Classification for Patients with Bean Disease
Lentil syndrome is classified as a high-risk group? Hello: My son has thalassemia. His appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine has been classified as a high-risk group category 9. Could you please clarify whether thalassemia is considered a high-risk condition that can lead to sever...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, the classification of vaccination priority is not within my area of expertise. However, I would like to remind the public to proactively inform their physicians about G6PD deficiency (favism) when seeking medical care. This is important to avoid prescribing certain medicat...[Read More] Understanding High-Risk Classification for Patients with Bean Disease
Can You Get the AZ Vaccine with Saline Breast Implants?
There is often a feeling of tightness and discomfort in the shoulders, back, and chest? Hello doctor, I had saline breast implants over twenty years ago, and the results were not satisfactory. For the past twenty years, I have consistently felt tightness in my chest and back, and...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. AA: 1. For inquiries regarding breast augmentation, please discuss them with a board-certified plastic surgeon. 2. Currently, the contraindications for the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine include a history of severe allergic reactions to vaccine components, a previous seve...[Read More] Can You Get the AZ Vaccine with Saline Breast Implants?
Is Moderna Vaccine Safe for Patients with Contrast Agent Allergies?
Moderna vaccine and issues related to contrast agent allergies? Hello, Director Liao. I would like to ask about my situation. I belong to Category 9 of primary hypertension patients and have scheduled an appointment to receive the Moderna vaccine. Today, I saw in the news that th...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, according to the current guidelines, individuals with a history of contrast agent allergy are advised to avoid receiving the Moderna vaccine. This is possibly due to the similarity between the components of the vaccine and those found in contrast agents. When considering t...[Read More] Is Moderna Vaccine Safe for Patients with Contrast Agent Allergies?
Blurred Vision in Diabetic Patients: Causes and Management Tips
Diabetes can cause blurred vision? Hello, Dr. Liu. My elderly family member has type 2 diabetes and needs to take chronic medication daily. Recently, their fasting blood glucose levels have been around 180-200 mg/dL. After a follow-up visit, additional medication to lower blood s...
Dr. Liu Hongxiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Mu: Recently, your fasting blood glucose levels in the morning have been around 90-130, which is an improvement compared to before. However, the changes in your vision have become particularly severe in the past few days. Early symptoms of cataracts may include blurred ...[Read More] Blurred Vision in Diabetic Patients: Causes and Management Tips
Can People with Chronic Hives Safely Get the COVID Vaccine?
Can individuals with urticaria receive the COVID-19 vaccine? Hello Doctor: My father is 56 years old and he occasionally experiences sudden episodes of urticaria. Whenever he feels itchy, he takes an antihistamine and it resolves the issue. This occurs about once or twice a month...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Lee: 1. The AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine contains a non-replicating adenoviral vector carrying the gene for the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein (S protein), as well as L-Histidine, L-Histidine hydrochloride monohydrate, magnesium chloride, Polysorbate 80, ethanol, sucrose, sod...[Read More] Can People with Chronic Hives Safely Get the COVID Vaccine?
Understanding Post-Injection Palpitations: Causes and Concerns
Palpitations after injection? Hello Doctor: I do not have any diseases or drug allergies. Although I have mild nasal allergies, I have previously experienced allergic reactions to shrimp and sudden hives, but those incidents occurred only once or twice several years ago, and I ge...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Hello: You asked about the cause of palpitations after vaccination. On one hand, it is a response from the autonomic nervous system; on the other hand, the medication entering the body can also trigger some reactions, which will gradually subside. These reactions should not be cl...[Read More] Understanding Post-Injection Palpitations: Causes and Concerns