Cancer patients keep these things in mind before having vaccination. Cancer patients should keep these things in mind before getting vaccinated.

Cancer is a dangerous disease. The number of its patients is increasing worldwide. Cancer not only weakens the immunity of the person, but its treatment takes a long time. During this multi-stage treatment, it is necessary to protect the patient from the risk of any kind of infection. Then, do cancer patients need any kind of vaccine (vaccination for cancer patient)? If you also have this question in your mind, then on the occasion of National Vaccination Day, let us know the answer to this important question from a senior oncologist.

We talked to Dr. Nikhil Himthani, Consultant Medical Oncology at Primus Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi to know whether cancer patient should get vaccinated or not.

National Vaccination Day (16 March)

To highlight the importance of vaccination against life-threatening diseases, the Government of India celebrates 16 March every year as National Immunization Day. Vaccination of every child can be ensured. For this, the day is also celebrated to acknowledge and appreciate the hard work of the frontline health workers. This year’s theme is ‘Vaccines work for all’. In fact, this day was started to curb polio. But now all types of vaccines can be talked about on this day.

Cancer patients may have weak immune system

Dr. Nikhil Himthani explains, ‘If a person has recently been treated for cancer, then it is important to have important information about vaccination. The process used in cancer treatment weakens the immune system.

This can cause them infection. This can happen after receiving chemotherapy, stem cell or bone marrow transplant, or cell therapy.

Getting vaccinated can also depend on the patient’s medical history

Cancer patients should talk to their doctor before getting the vaccine to make sure the vaccine is safe for them. This is necessary to deal with any potential risks. Before vaccination, the immune system has to be strengthened, only then the vaccine can be applied. It may also depend on the type and stage of cancer, the treatment being taken and the medical history of the patient.

Dr. Nikhil Himthani advises cancer patients to pay attention to some things before getting vaccinated

1. Talk to your oncologist or primary care provider before getting the vaccine.
2. Be careful to mention any ongoing cancer treatments, such as radiation or chemotherapy.
3. If you are planning to have surgery or other medical treatment, ask your doctor if there may be a schedule for vaccination.
4. If you have a fever or other symptoms of illness, you should postpone getting the vaccine untiluntil you are well enough to do so।
5. Be sure to inform your healthcare provider if you have a known allergy to any component of the vaccine.
6. Consider getting vaccinated during the low-risk period of your cancer treatment, if possible.
7. Follow your healthcare provider’s guidance about any precautions you should take after getting vaccinated, such as:to avoid contact with people who are sick।’

At the end

It is important to remember that cancer patients who have completed their therapy or are undergoing treatment should follow their doctor’s advice. Only then the COVID-19 vaccine should be taken. Although vaccination is generally safe for cancer patients, it is important to discuss any concerns with a medical professional.

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