Why Some People Have Stronger Vaccine Side Effects, According to the CDC

Developing this skin reaction shouldn’t stop you from getting the second vaccine dose.

Even though this can be an uncomfortable side effect, it shouldn’t stop you from getting the second vaccine dose. Don’t forget that one dose is not enough to protect you against the virus, therefore, the second dose is much needed.

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In fact, experiencing this skin reaction might actually be a good sign in the long run, according to Esther Freeman, MD, PhD, director of Global Health Dermatology at MGH, and co-author of the NEJM letter.

As Freeman has explained, this dermatological reaction is a good indication that your body has reacted to the vaccine by activating your immune system, which’s now ready to fight the virus. Great news, right? There’s nothing to worry about, she added.

“Overall, this data is reassuring and should not discourage people from getting the vaccine,” Freeman continued saying.

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