This is my personal experience as being a person who has Type 1 Diabetes and had gotten my first dose for the COVID-19 vaccine yesterday ( 2-17-2021). I was seen with 11 other people that had been scheduled for yesterday morning and all 12 of us are scheduled for the second dose on 3-17-2021.
When I had gotten to the Pharmacy where I was scheduled to be given the vaccine, there was a mini class to explain what was needed to be done before and after being given the vaccine. The appointment was scheduled for 10:15 am, but by the time they did the explanations and what was necessary, they gave me my dose around 10:37 am. When the Pharmacist's Nurse did the vaccine, I asked what else can be used for pain/side effects so I wouldn't have to use Tylenol ( I haven't used it for 5.5 years now). Her answer was use Ibuprofen. So, I took the Ibuprofen before going to bed last night and I was doing great when sleeping. I may have to take my second dose of Ibuprofen tonight since the arm is slightly sore, but I can move it without having extreme pain. I took a nap in the car during the afternoon when my parents were driving back home from the Pharmacy ( my mom also got her first dose in the afternoon).
With this vaccine, so far, I didn't have the blood sugars going extremely high like I had when I had a flu shot a few years ago. I didn't do any fast acting insulin for most of the day until dinner time. So, when I had gotten the vaccine in the morning, the only insulin that had been in the system was from the nighttime dose of the long acting insulin. If this is possible, I may do exactly the same as I had done and don't do any insulin the day of my next dose for the COVID-19 vaccine. This of course, depends on what the blood sugars are before I go get the next dose for the vaccine on 3-17-2021. If the numbers are exactly like they were this time, then no insulin will be done that morning. If they are higher than normal, then I will do a very small amount of insulin and see what the numbers will be after the second dose of vaccine.
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Hi Leah, I'm really pleased for you having the vaccine , one step closer to normality and being able to do things and by the time you have the second dose I'm hoping to have my first jab all being well . Be careful of not taking to many ibuprofen . X
Thank you, Clive! I’m trying to do just one Ibuprofen a day when it’s necessary. Mostly, I will have it before bedtime so I don’t have pain when sleeping.😀👍🌈
That’s good news, and having the appointment for the second dose too.I’ve read about how having a positive mental attitude can improve your response to the vaccine, along with a good nights sleep beforehand.
I’m waiting for my appointment as I should fall in the group 6 tranche.👍👍
I totally agree with you on the positive thinking and a good night sleep before getting any vaccine. I was a little nervous, but it did work out so far.😀👍🌈
Thank you, Brent! I have been really nervous about the timing because I didn’t know when I would be allowed to do this and get on the list. My Sister-In-Law helped me sign up for my appointment.😀👍🌈
Bravos! Happy to hear that you received your first shot of vaccine. Were you given the Pfizer vaccine? Glad nothing serious at all. Hope you be pain free soon.
Thank you! I will let you and everyone else know what happens after the next dose is done next month. I have been signed up for a CDC check in by phone. So, hopefully, they will be in touch with me today, again.😀👍🌈
That sounds complex Leah but fortunately you seem to be completely in control of your circumstances so that you can remain safe and still take advantage of the vaccine. I'm glad it hasn't caused any bad unforseen after-effects for you.👍
Hi Activity2004, I had my first Injection on the 12/02/2021. I have to wait up to 12 weeks for my second one. I had a sore arm for a couple of days but did not need any pain relief. I'm on the vulnerable list in the UK, but Boris thinks its OK to wait 12 weeks!!! I'm pleased you have had your first vaccination. Stay safe we will soon be back to living a happy and normal life.
Thank you for letting me know that about the 12 weeks. I’m not sure why they have everyone wait 12 weeks if they have us out here waiting for a month between each dose. Very interesting to hear.😀👍🌈
So glad it went well. My first Pfizer left me a bit sore for a couple of days; my second one (3 weeks later) was a non-event: no tenderness, nothing. I wish the same for you.
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