Table 2. Questions and concerns of patients with AIIRD about COVID-19 vaccination.

• Is COVID-19 vaccination required for AIIRD patients?

• Are patients with AIIRD at a higher risk of COVID-19?

• Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for patients with AIIRD?

• Can the COVID-19 vaccine aggravate AIIRD?

• What should I do if I develop a side effect after vaccination?

• Is vaccination safe while taking biological DMARDs? Should I withhold certain medications?

• Which vaccine should I choose among those available?

• Can a COVID-19 vaccine be administered together with other vaccines such as influenza or pneumococcal vaccines?

• Should I reschedule any planned medical procedure or surgery because of the COVID-19 vaccination?

• Should I consult my primary rheumatologist before the COVID-19 vaccination?

COVID-19 = coronavirus disease 2019, AIIRD = autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic disease, DMARD = disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug.