On Thursday, I went to Vons for my second Moderna vaccine. I felt fine for the rest of the day. Yesterday, however, was a different story. I got up early and did my watering. That alone completely wiped me out; I crawled back into bed, feeling flattened.
I had to cancel an appointment because I was so weak. It was like having Covid all over again. Fortunately, I had made a pot of beef stew the day before; I knew I might not have the strength to cook. I had heard that the reaction to the second shot is worse for many people. I felt like I had been poisoned.
I developed a headache, broke out in a sweat, felt sick to my stomach, and was emotionally overwhelmed. My main concern was not being able to meet my responsibilities. My car was in the shop, and I needed to pick it up. I called my neighbor, and she said she would drive me there by 5:00 p.m. She suggested I tuck myself in and drink lots of fluids.
At around noon, I felt strong enough to walk the mile to the mechanic. I texted my neighbor and headed out in the sunshine. It was a relief to drive the car home and take it easy for the rest of the day. Today I feel back to normal. The whole experience was a reminder that health is wealth.
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So glad you have had both vaccines. It is so important! Take care of yourself, and stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThanks, emw. It's a relief to have them both done.
DeleteI'm glad you're feeling okay again now.
ReplyDeleteIt was good that you had the foresight to prepare something to eat. X
Thanks, Jules. I always try to be prepared. Life is less stressful that way.
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ReplyDeleteI, too, experienced stronger side effects after the second dose. I'm glad you are feeling better now. Continue to take it easy for another couple of days.
I didn't get the first one, Bless. I see what you mean. Last night I had some strange abdominal cramps.
DeleteI'm glad to hear the symptoms didn't last too long even though they were unpleasant. That's how I felt after the first vaccine and dreaded having the second. The second proved to be no problem at all.
ReplyDeleteOh, that's good, Cherie. It's a relief to be feeling back to normal.
DeleteI was sad to read that the second vaccine had such a powerful negative impact on you. Other than a sore arm both times, I had no problems at all with the Pfizer vaccine. But I did have a huge red blotch at the injection site when I had my first shingles vaccine last week. And it was flaming hot there as well. Good news that all is well now.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad the soreness went away, Anita. I had a feeling it was going to be challenging, but fortunately I was prepared. All's well that ends well.
DeleteI'm glad you had both doses, and now feel better Stephenie.
ReplyDeleteI didn't have strong side effects after my doses. However it was Pfizer.
Take care.
Oh, that's good, Nil. Moderna is stronger, from what I hear. Back to normal today, and very thankful.
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