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@Maridice 

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Maridice

Covid 19 vaccine

I was diagnosed with MS last February I’ve been on the twice a year treatment, rituximab, since last October. I’ve had a total of two infusion treatments. I am now thinking about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. I’m weary though because I don’t know how or if it will affect my MS. The infusion treatments are working and have slow down the progression but I’m nervous to get the COVID-19 vaccine, any advice?
Sacramento, United States
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@kateeeeeeeee
@kateeeeeeeee
 

I’ve had four doses and I’m fine. Was fatigued the next day after but I think non-MS people experience similar side effects. My Neuro did the research behind the vaccination and MS which was helpful too - he was a strong advocate.

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@Chrissyv
@Chrissyv
 

Hi sweets, I'm on ocrevus and have had 3 vaccines. The only limitation on treatment was I had to have the vaccines either 2 weeks before or after treatment. The side affects were no different or worse than anyone else BUT we are all different. Have a chat with your specialist if your feeling especially anxious xx

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