09-20-21, 08:55 AM | |
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Colorado
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I had zero side effects from Shingrix (both shots). I had moderate side effects from my Pfizer covid shots (fatigue, headache, chills).
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09-20-21, 04:44 PM | |
Join Date: Sep 2004
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My first Shingrix was fine, just a little sore in the arm.
My second dose was awful, arm hurt worse than a tetnus shot and I got sick, felt like I had the flu for about 3 days and this was 2 years ago before COVID. No side effects from Covid vaccine other than a sore arm for about 2 hours. Anita |
09-21-21, 07:48 AM | |
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Maryland, USA
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I have been on the fence about getting the Shingix vaccine. I typically react to every vaccine to some degree or another. Flu vaccine - can range from achiness, tiredness to full on feeling like I have the flu. COVID - Pfizer - first shot was fine - but about a week later I had dizziness and nausea for three days - not sure if it was related, but thought it might be - I thought I had vertigo! 2nd Pfizer shot - laid up in bed for a whole day - didn't start feeling better until mid-day the following day.
All of this makes me worry about getting the Shringix vax! I also had Shingles already and I know you can get it again - my case was fairly mild and honestly, it seemed better than the side effects from the vax that some describe. I didn't miss a day of work other than to go to the dr and get anti-virals. I think my case was mild b/c I acted so quickly on going to the dr and getting on meds right away. So, I'm still on the fence. That said I'll get my flu shot this year and if I need a COVID booster I will get that as well. Just not sure yet about Shringrix. Donna |
09-21-21, 10:11 AM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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I had side effects, but not extreme. For me, temporary side effects are better than potentially long term nerve pain.
I think I mentioned in the older thread that one friend got it on his face and nearly lost his vision. A friend of a friend got it in her lady parts and was in excruciating pain. Um, no thanks!
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09-21-21, 10:58 AM | |
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Georgia
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My mother and two of my sisters got shingles so I think the tendency for shingles may run in my family. I got the Shingrix vaccine during COVID as there was finally supply available.
I felt funky the day after and had a terribly sore arm for two days. Felt better after taking it easy for a day. The second vaccine was about 3 months later. Had another sore arm and worse symptoms such that I stayed in bed most of the next day. However, a good night's sleep and I was good to go again. COVID was very similar for me. Not so great after the first dose, worse after the second, but bounced back quickly. |
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