COVID Vaccine

[Redbone55]

Has anyone had their COVID Vaccine yet ? If so did you have any side effects from it. I am scheduled to take mines this week but I have to be honest I am a little nervous about taking it and how it will affect my body.

[Rmatthew]

I’ve had both my jabs (AstraZeneca) unfortunately on the first dose I took unwell, but only becuase I had BK virus in my transplanted kidney, once we found out I had that it made sense why I took a bad reaction to the first dose. Had my second dose last month and only the slightest sore arm and nothing else 😊

Hopefully if you get it you won’t have a problem

[Redbone55 in reply to Rmatthew]

It’s unfortunate that the first didn’t take well for you but I’m glad to hear that the second dose was better. Well at this point I’m just going to try to stay positive and hope that my body handles it well. Please stay healthy and safe 🙏

[Rmatthew in reply to Redbone55]

I think me taking unwell and getting the vaccine during not know I had bk virus in my kidney was just a bit of bad luck to be honest, but thankful i got them 100%!

[Redbone55 in reply to Rmatthew]

Hope that you are doing better now. Keep thriving!!!

[Redbone55 in reply to Rmatthew]

I am supposed to be getting the Pfizer vaccine hopefully it will agree with me. Since I have gotten my transplant in January 2021 all of my test results have been really good. I have not contacted any viruses and I hope that it stays that way. Please take care of yourself and stay positive. Power in prayer!!! 🙏

[Rmatthew in reply to Redbone55]

Yeah I got the bk virus around February (I was transplanted august 8th 2020) but it’s came down quite a lot and my kidney function is getting back to normal (keeps going that way hopefully) Congrats on your transplant and great results! X

[Amyb93]

Hi! I had my transplant in july 2020 and had my first dose in April and got pfizer. It went really well! Had a sore arm and a swollen lymph nod in my armpit for a few days. My doctors told me it was a good thing that my system was reacting to the vaccine. I also had CMV vitus in March and no problem with the vaccine!

[Redbone55 in reply to Amyb93]

That sounds promising to me, I am scheduled to get the Pfizer Vaccine next week, I hope it goes well, thanks for the input. P.S I had my transplant January 12, 2021. Stay healthy 😊

[OperationKidney]

I had very mild side effects. Arm pain (ice helps) and a headache. Certainly better than getting COVID.

[Redbone55 in reply to OperationKidney]

Thanks for your input!! I am feeling more comfortable about the vaccine, suppose to get the Pfizer. Stay healthy!! 😊

[Mgt8]

Hi, I'm a transplant patient. Had both pfizer vaccines, no reaction except a slightly sore arm for 4 hours the next day. 3 weeks later, no antibodies. Almost wish I HAD a reaction as people say it shows its working. Hope it goes well for you,

Mgt

[Redbone55 in reply to Mgt8]

Thanks!! I am scheduled to get the Pfizer vaccine next week, hope it goes well. Stay safe and healthy!! 😊

[Shanny1024 in reply to Mgt8]

I kind of chuckled reading your response. I said the exact same thing after watching my healthy husband get chills, fever, and body ache after receiving the second dose of Moderna. Me? My arm was sore where the needle went in!

[Eyak1971]

Had Moderna in earlier this year. No problem except mistook negative reaction to myfortic overdose to Moderna shot reaction. Once I got that cleared up i am anxious to get booster shot so I can feel more protected and go back to work part time. Doctor predicts normalcy may not be until 2022 for transplant patients but no one really knows. Anyone feel normal yet?

[Redbone55 in reply to Eyak1971]

I am suppose to get the Pfizer vaccine next week hopefully it goes well, not looking forward to a booster shot either. I HATE NEEDLES 😐!! Stay healthy and safe!!

[DexterLab]

Got the Moderns jabs. Sore arm the first time, nothing the second. Go for it!

[Redbone55 in reply to DexterLab]

OKAY!! Putting my faith in GOD, He has been with me every step of the way

[DexterLab in reply to Redbone55]

And God has been at my side. My pastor was my donor! My transplant center encourages us to get the vaccine, as you can only be ahead of not having the vaccine.

[Redbone55 in reply to DexterLab]

Oh my goodness God bless your pastor for such an amazing gift. Yes I am going to go get it and I’m going to take my sister with me because I am such a baby when it comes to needles🤣🤣

[DexterLab in reply to Redbone55]

Tough to be a transplant person and avoid needles!

[Shanny1024 in reply to Redbone55]

Amen, Redbone55!

[A-A-B-J]

I got the maderna vaccine. First one had a sore arm and slight headache. Second one got a migraine which I’ve never had and was throwing up that night. Was really tired for several days and had a sore arm. I don’t know if have any antibodies. I’m really hoping they don’t suggest a booster. My transplant Dr did say that even with vaccine no guarantee that won’t get virus. Several of the doctors still got the virus several months after taking the vaccine. My family members had very few side effects. Wishing you the best for your vaccine.

[Redbone55 in reply to A-A-B-J]

Thank you for sharing your experience with me, I hope that it goes well for me I am still skeptical about the vaccine, but I am going to put my faith in GOD and let him handle it. Please stay healthy and safe!! 😊

[A-A-B-J]

Hope all goes well for you with no side effects. Will say a prayer for you.

[Redbone55 in reply to A-A-B-J]

Thank you so much!! I will keep you guys posted thanks for the support!! Blessings

[Shanny1024]

Hello! I hesitated getting vaccinated too because of possible side effects. However, after hearing back from people on here, I decided to just get it done! The only side effect I had was my arm was a little sensitive for a couple of days after each of the shots (Moderna). My husband, who is not a transplant patient, ended up with a fever, body ache, and chills after the second shot, but recovered within 24 hours. I encourage you to do your research and do what feels right for you. Best wishes!

[Redbone55 in reply to Shanny1024]

Thanks I am scheduled to get the Pfizer vaccine this week hopefully it goes well thank you for your input. Please stay healthy and safe!!! Many blessings 😊

[Gardner-NY]

Hi Redbone 55, My spouse had his kidney transplant Nov 2018, and received his Pfizer vaccine in March and 2nd shot in April with same minor side effects in both shots. He said his arm was slightly sore that did not cause him any changes in lifestyle or sleep. That was about it. He is late 50's in age. Thanks for taking care of your health and getting this vaccination.

[Redbone55 in reply to Gardner-NY]

Thanks for responding come to find out I am scheduled to get my first Covid vaccine tomorrow and it is the Pfizer vaccine I’ve been hearing pretty good reviews on it. Stay healthy and safe. P.S. I just received my transplant January 12, 2021 😊

[Gardner-NY in reply to Redbone55]

Hi Redbone55, Take care and just take it easy for a couple days after this vaccine shot is given in case you feel 'off' . Everyone is different.

[Redbone55 in reply to Gardner-NY]

I think you’re right!! I wanted to go shopping I guess I have to wait… take care of yourself