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If i had covid in early august, should i get vaccinated again now, or should i wait? has the recent infection given me any natural immunity?

Q: if i had covid in early august, should i get vaccinated again now, or should i wait? has the recent infection given me any natural immunity?

: You should wait until November if you want to have the vaccination done. However, chance of natural immunity is high so I would not argue with you if you are reluctant to get the vaccine. Up to this point, nobody would know how long the new vaccine can protect you. Good luck with your decision.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You should wait until November if you want to have the vaccination done. However, chance of natural immunity is high so I would not argue with you if you are reluctant to get the vaccine. Up to this point, nobody would know how long the new vaccine can protect you. Good luck with your decision.

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/24/2023

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A member asked:

If i had covid in early august, should i get vaccinated again now, or should i wait? has the recent infection given me any natural immunity?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Machanic and another doctor agreed

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