decision whether to get booster (2024)

Posted by klf58 @klf58, Aug 26, 2024

Hi, everyone. I got the original variant and I've had long covid since, with multiple lasting issues.
I have always gotten each booster, but they make me incredibly sick and my doctor is now advising that given the inflammation I'm already experiencing and current issues I'm dealing with that I not to get the booster this time. That feels wrong to me as I am very much a science person and not at all anti vaccine, but I'm also wondering about whether the boosters actually are detrimental to those of us already dealing with long covid. Not trying to start a political argument or discussion simply wondering if others would be willing to comment on their decisions whether to take the vaccines despite really bad reactions. I am extremely stressed and reluctant to get this next shot knowing how sick it makes me. If anyone would be willing to share your experience and decision making process I would very much appreciate it. No judgment here. Just trying to decide whether to listen to my body and to my doctor this time or whether to forge ahead and get each new booster as it is available, despite knowing I will have to take at least two-three days off of work due to fever and pain headache Etc. Thanks, everybody.

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@annies444 I'm no doctor.There has been controversy around 'vaccines for covid'.One thing that DEFINITELY helped me feel good again was a week of Prednisone.Though it didn't last(feeling okay)for an extended time,it DID get my system working in the right direction.Truly think that's an option for anyone with this damage to their system.Don't know if my first shot(s)moderna caused any of this for me,but I'm doubtful.Stay in the fight.You're going to win this deal.

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I blame my issues that started after Covid vaccines, I had Moderna, on that directly. My new doctor who is an MD doesn’t recommend the Covid shots.

Yes, Prednisone is a wonderful drug although not good for bones. I would love to be on a low dose of it if I can.

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@h2998sc I'm glad you found at least some temporary relief. I did try Prednisone and had a severe and dangerous reaction to it after the second dose (so only 12mg in) My PCP recommended I never take it again. I tend to react strongly to medication and so far there is nothing I can take in including Tylenol and Ibuprofen. This is why any vaccines, though I do get them make me very nervous. I get them with much trepidation. I see my PCP tomorrow and she will say get the vaccine because it's better than getting covid again, but I just don't know there are such mixed messages out there.

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I would leave the next shot on the table.If it makes you feel terrible.You don't need more insult to injury.Dr Paul Anderson can help you on Youtube.

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