Chief Nephrologist of the Ministry of Health Fariz Babayev: Patients with chronic kidney, dialysis and transplantation can be vaccinated

Chief Nephrologist of the Ministry of Health Fariz Babayev: Patients with chronic kidney, dialysis and transplantation can be vaccinated

Are kidney patients at risk for COVID-19?
Patients with chronic kidney disease, especially those receiving dialysis and transplants, are at risk of COVID-19.

What measures should kidney patients take against COVID-19?
You should consult a doctor for timely treatment of the disease, as well as if you have diabetes and hypertension, to achieve their drug correction, and if any symptoms occur, you should consult a doctor immediately.

Is there a difference between acute and chronic kidney disease in terms of risk of COVID-19?
Both acute and chronic kidney disease are equally at risk for COVID-19. But those with chronic disease are considered a more vulnerable group.

How is kidney disease and COVID-19 treated?
If COVID-19 infection occurs in patients with kidney disease, treatment is similar, but it is advisable to correct the use of some drugs by a nephrologist.

One of the most frequently asked questions is, can people suffering from kidney disease be vaccinated against COVID-19?
Both chronic kidney patients, dialysis patients and transplant recipients can and should be vaccinated. However, arterial hypertension and blood sugar should be monitored.
Patients with chronic kidney disease, dialysis and transplant patients should be especially responsible, isolated and consult a doctor if they suspect the slightest signs of the disease. Exposure of this group of patients to the public environment should be minimized, especially in patients undergoing dialysis and transplantation, as there is a persistent immunodeficiency condition.