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Get Clarity on Coronavirus COVID-19

Coronavirus COVID-19 Doctor in New Orleans

Dr. Reena Mehta is a board-certified immunologist in New Orleans, LA that can help you navigate coronavirus COVID-19 and your allergy or asthma concerns.

Dr. Mehta is continuing to provide telemedicine visits to answer your questions about COVID-19 and help you through any related health concerns. If you have a fever and lower respiratory symptoms (cough, chest congestion, or shortness of breath), Dr. Mehta can provide rapid screening for you in a brief telemedicine visit, and help you determine if you should be tested for coronavirus.

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Coronavirus COVID-19 Guidance

Signs & Symptoms of COVID-19

Most individuals who get infected with COVID-19 will have fever (temperature greater than 100 F) and mild upper-respiratory symptoms including mild cough and nasal congestion. Individuals with mild symptoms should self-quarantine at home. Lower respiratory symptoms, such as cough, chest congestion, or shortness of breath can indicate a worsening of disease. If you are experiencing such symptoms, Dr. Mehta can provide rapid screening for you in a brief telemedicine visit, and help you determine if you should be tested for coronavirus.

High-Risk Populations

Certain individuals are at a greatly increased risk of complications or death caused by COVID-19. These include the elderly (greater than 60 years old), those with heart conditions, immune deficiencies, chronic severe asthma, or other underlying medical problems. These individuals should be isolated from contact with others as much as possible, and stay home as much as possible to avoid infection.

Avoid Community Spread

There are a few simple steps you can take to help reduce the spread of coronavirus if you have COVID. Separation from others and frequent, thorough hand washing are key until you’ve recovered from the virus.

Concerned that you or a loved one might have coronavirus? Schedule a telemedicine appointment to consult with Immunologist Dr. Reena Mehta.

COVID-19 Vaccination

COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson are now being administered throughout the United States with additional options coming soon.

Pfizer-BioNTech – mRNA technology requiring two doses at least 21 days apart
Moderna – mRNA technology requiring two doses at least 28 days apart
Johnson & Johnson – virus vector technology requiring only a single shot

What we know about COVID vaccination continues to evolve, so we recommend that our readers also check out credible, comprehensive, and up-to-date medical sources like Yale Medicine to learn more about the different vaccines. You can also give us a call at Uptown Allergy to find out which vaccine makes the most sense for you given your medical history and potential allergies.

3rd Dose of COVID Vaccine

For individuals with compromised immune systems that have been fully vaccinated with an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna), the State of Louisiana and the CDC now recommend a 3rd dose of the same mRNA vaccine. This can include any of the following high-risk medical conditions:

Receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
Received an organ transplant and are currently taking medicine to suppress the immune system
Received a stem cell transplant within the last 2 years or are currently taking medicine to suppress the immune system
Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
Advanced or untreated HIV infection
Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids (≥20 mg prednisone or equivalent per day) or other drugs that may suppress your immune response
Other conditions which cause moderate or severe immunosuppression similar to the above conditions

If any of the above apply to you, you should talk to Dr. Mehta about your condition and whether or not getting a 3rd dose of COVID vaccine is appropriate for you.

Get Clarity on COVID-19 in New Orleans

Dr. Mehta is providing telemedicine visits to answer your questions about COVID-19, allergies, and asthma and help you through any health concerns that you might have. Dr. Mehta has a reputation for developing strong relationships with her patients and being exceptionally attentive to their needs and concerns.