Covid vaccine

[19871997]

Hello

Has anyone been vaccinated yet? I am wondering about side effects and any experience you like to share is appreciated...

[Dizzytwo Moderator]

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[veggiefan70]

I've had the AstraZeneca vaccine and other than a slightly sore arm for a few days, I had no side effects at all. I thought I might have at least some, as I also have CFS, osteoporosis, severe IBS and chemical/medication/cosmetic allergies, plus dairy and fructose intolerance.

I know side effects of a vaccine, or a lack of them, can vary a lot from person to person, and I believe this applies to Fibro sufferers to the same degree as any other members of the population. I believe the slight risk of a few days of side effects from a vaccine are worth it.

[Yassytina FMA UK Volunteer]

Hello there , I can see our moderator Dizzytwo has already posted a helpful link for you, from speaking to friends /family on the different vaccines people have recently had

a typical mixed bag of no reaction s to some feeling unwell after, I do hear this after the yearly flu jab as well, it’s all new to us, hopefully soon life can return to being somewhat near normal 😀take care

[Raven1963]

I’ve had my AstraZenica vaccination left me with a sore arm, I was poorly then for over a week, I also had COVID 19 the end of December 2020 to the beginning of January 2021, unfortunately I now have Long COVID 19 and I have been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia 16/03/2021 and I am overwhelmed at the moment.

[Blun01]

Hi, yes I had my first dose in February, the jab was fine but I did have side effects. Whole body felt bruised, headache, temp, legs wouidnt work properly. But...... I have to say it’s worth it as it’s 100% better than getting Covid.

[Welshcatlady]

I had my first dose of the Pfizer jab 6 weeks ago and suffered mild side effects, sore arm and feeling slightly under the weather for about 3 to 4 days, and a headache for a few hours afterwards. Had my 2nd jab on Monday, and no side effects at all, except if I touched my arm at the site of the injection it felt a bit sore, but that has gone now. It's definitely worth having the jab.

[Cerces]

I had the AstraZenica a month ago and felt a bit grotty that evening but not for long - and a whole lot better than getting (or giving!) Covid.

[caico]

Hello, I had the AstraZeneca vaccine about 2 weeks ago. Immediately felt like I had flu which lasted 2 days then had a flare with a sore red arm; which proceeded to shingles and now starting to feel a bit better but the redness in the arm has come back (supposedly the redness can be a normal reaction in some people even after 2 weeks of having the jab). Personally not sure i will be having the 2nd jab - had covid last April. Everyone reacts differently but you should have the first jab at least. We are a friendly bunch on this site but I have felt recently that one or two of the moderators get a bit touchy when we all talk about covid jab side effects. Of course we're going to have the jab but fibromites living with pain/lots of issues are going to get a little tetchy about a new jab and the possible consequences. Anyway, take care

[Pbyllis]

Hi I had first one 6 weeks ago tomorrow didn't have any side effects at all .🌷

[Flyby7]

I had my 1st about 3weeks ago after effects I felt sick headache only lasted about 3/4 hours then it went off then felt ok after that hope it helps

[Ladyatlunch]

I’ve had both vaccines. Please don’t worry about side effects as you may not get them. Have some Paracetamol handy and have an easy day afterwards. Good luck x

[Angelicscripts6]

Had mine Friday 12 noon by 4pm felt lousy & paracetamol came out , slept not good sweating flu like symptoms,...Sat i develop a temperature WoW did not feel good up most of nyt...Sunday bit light headed & very tired with a dead arm injection site & today sore arm but a little better! I am happy to have had the injection & for a few days of feeling more rotten than usual Glad its been done....