Dear Doctor: Should I worry some of my COVID-19 vaccine ‘leaked’ onto my arm?
Today 8:18 AM
Recommendations from experts state that if at least half of the vaccine went in, the dose does not need to be repeated.
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By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was receiving my second injection of the Moderna COVID vaccine when I felt wetness on my arm and hand. It appears some or all of the vaccine leaked. I felt the needle enter my arm and then the wetness. The nurse stated the vaccine entered my arm. He wiped down my arm. I did NOT have a sore arm nor any other side effects. After the first injection I had a sore arm and fatigue. So, am I fully vaccinated? Should I receive another injection? A.B.
Dear Doctor: Should I double up on COVID-19 vaccine doses?
Posted May 07, 2021
The Moderna vaccine appears to be nearly 95% effective in preventing COVID-19, and probably even more effective in preventing severe COVID-19 resulting in hospitalization or death. AP Photo/Virginia Mayo, FILE
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By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife and I are grateful to have recently received our second Moderna vaccine. When the crush relents, would you see any difficulty in adding the J&J vaccine at my own expense? It seems that the different vaccines vary in how they protect against different strains, and I’d like to double up (or even more) if there are no major risks. F.M.
Dear Doctor: What’s with this popping sound from my jaw?
Today 5:53 AM
A dental evaluation is appropriate because a dentist can correctly diagnose teeth grinding, also called bruxism. (Jake May | MLive.com)Jake May | MLive.com
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By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have seen several doctors for my TMJ: my primary doctor and dentist, an ear nose and throat doctor, the dental hygienist and also “ask Google.”
I am a 73-year-old female and have had this problem on the left side of my face for at least a couple of years. It started with pain in my left ear that can last for 10 minutes or all day. Now, for months, when I eat almost anything, my left jaw makes a popping sound. Anybody sitting next to me can hear it. The only thing I do is press my cheek with my hand to make it stop and continue with a meal. The popping does not hurt, but the ear aching does.
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BY KEITH ROACH, M.D. -
DEAR DR. ROACH: Many years ago, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and then was on medication for 10+ years. I eventually had an ablation done, and I am finally back in normal rhythm. I have been off all meds for AFib for over a year.
Two of my family members have had strokes due to AFib, so I am very concerned. I brought these events up to my cardiac doctor recently, and he has suggested a micro-sized cardiac device. I ve read up on this device, but I was wondering whether one can continue to record if outside of the country, or would it stop recording and transmitting info to one health care provider. After the pandemic I have plans to go to the Holy Lands for two or three weeks. I also hope to visit a week or two each in Ireland and England. K.K.
Dear Doctor: When I go overseas, do I have to put my cardiac implant on ‘roaming’?
Updated May 05, 2021;
Posted May 05, 2021
The manufacturer noted that very often, the device and communication monitor which you should bring with you when you travel are able to connect in many countries, but it depends on the cell service where you are. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena, File)AP
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By Dr. Keith Roach
DEAR DR. ROACH: Many years ago, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and then was on medication for 10+ years. I eventually had an ablation done, and I am finally back in normal rhythm. I have been off all meds for AFib for over a year.