Why Do People Get Sick After Being Injected With The COVID-19 Vaccine?

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JAKARTA - The performance of the COVID-19 vaccine in the body of the beneficiary works based on the condition of the immune system. In fact, if the immune system is too low, then a person will get sick after vaccination.

"Everyone's immune system or antibodies are different, some are high and low, depending on B cells or lymphocytes that play an important role in the immune response", said Chair of the Indonesian Allergy and Immunology Association, Prof. Iris Rengganis, as quoted by Antara, Friday, October 29.

Iris said that healthy living activities and balanced nutritional intake from COVID-19 vaccine recipients will determine the effectiveness of the body's immune formation from the Coronavirus attack.

"But if he is malnourished, the antibodies formed are also malnourished because his immune system cells lack nutritious food", she said.

In addition to a balanced nutritional intake and regular exercise, said Iris, adequate rest patterns will also determine the effectiveness of the vaccine. Even supplements such as vitamins A, B, C, D, and E can be an option to maximize the immune system.

"If you want to add probiotics, please adjust the immunostimulatory according to your individual needs", she said.

Regarding supplements, Iris was reminded to take them carefully according to the dosage recommended by the doctor. The public is also advised to be wary of counterfeit supplement products on the market.

"The natural immunity of the survivors is indeed quite good in preventing the recurrence of the disease. But it will be even better if it is enhanced by the COVID-19 vaccination", she said.