Today I was going to brag that I got my second Pfizer shot! Unfortunately, when I went to the ER recently for the can incident, they gave me a tetanus shot and the health department had me in the room ready to give the vaccine when they asked if I'd gotten any other shots recently. I answered honestly and now my scheduled appointment through my school district is rescinded and I'm on a callback list the next time they have an extra dose of Pfizer (after Wednesday) because apparently they have to wait two weeks between any vaccinations. I am grateful to have some immunity but very upset with the hospital - I asked no fewer than four times if there'd be a conflict with my vaccination schedule and they told me no. :-(
Having said that however, my wife got her second Moderna yesterday and is completely down for the count. I feel bad for her.
The good news out of all of this is my finger is healing swimmingly. The scabs are off and while there will be a scar, I am typing normally again today. Fingers crossed I get the call from the health department late this week to get in and finish the vaccination cycle. Thanks to everyone for sending the good vibes for finger healing! It worked!
Wow! Nothing is easy anymore is it?
My husband still can't get a slot for vaccination. It will happen but man, you would think it could be easier once it your time to finally get one.
@lizzie She was really sick for about 18 hours before she began to feel better. The only drawback was that she had a lingering headache for 7 days after the shot. She said the advil took the edge off for a while. Headache finally gone. She said the side effects were definitely worth getting the shot.
The side effects are uncomfortable, but thankfully they mean your immune system is mounting the desired response and working well!
Well I received my first Moderna vaccine shot on Friday, 3/5. My arm was sore about 2 hrs afterwards and I started to feel light headed about 5 hrs afterwards. When I was receiving my shot, I asked the woman if raw eggs are used in the creation of the vaccine, since they were used in the flu shot and thus this is why my husband can't get the flu shot. She said no, however if someone is allergic to PEG (polyethylene glycol) then they should talk to their doctor about the Johnson and Johnson one instead. PEG is in both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. PEG is also something commonly found in Miralax or antibacterial soaps. So if you have an allergy to PEG you should talk to your doctor about the J&J vaccine.?
My symptoms subsided by Saturday night and Sunday morning I felt fine. I took two tylenol 24 hrs after my vaccine and that really helped my sore arm. You should note that you should not take any anti inflammatory drugs before your vaccine and you should really be very hydrated before and afterwards. ?
@lenor, I'm thinking about you today, and @yogagirl, you will be in my thoughts tomorrow. I pray that all goes well. @ghandigirl, I'm really happy that you've gotten registered. @dannyboy, I'm sorry that you had to postpone the shot. How is your wife doing today? @lovendures, I'm envisioning your husband receiving an email confirmation, stating that his vaccine is scheduled.
I had the first dose of Pfizer last Monday. It was in a huge vaccination clinic connected to a large medical facility and hospital here. Afterwards I sat in the area reserved for people who have allergic reactions to things. I sat for about 45 minutes, and all went well. I'm grateful for that. I did had some side effects but not until Wednesday afternoon -- extreme fatigue and some chills. No fever. I'm feeling under the weather now, but I think it's partly because I've caught a cold from my husband. Talk about timing!
FYI, the day before you get vaccinated and if you have time, the morning of, my physical therapist suggested that I dry brush the skin on my arms to keep the lymph moving. And as @triciact mentioned, stay extra hydrated and don't take anti-inflammatories prior to the vaccine.
I'm praying for everyone's continued divine guidance and protection. We'll all get through this together.
@deetoo and jumping on a mini-trampoline is good for keeping lymphatic system moving too.
Excited that tomorrow my parents get their second shot of Pfizer. A lot less worrying for me.
Excited that tomorrow my parents get their second shot of Pfizer. A lot less worrying for me.
I know how you feel! When my mom and older sister got their shots, I felt as relieved as if I'd gotten one myself! (I'm still too young, LOL)
Excited that tomorrow my parents get their second shot of Pfizer. A lot less worrying for me.
I know how you feel! When my mom and older sister got their shots, I felt as relieved as if I'd gotten one myself! (I'm still too young, LOL)