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Hi. Any update? My otherwise healthy 82-year old mom got PMR within days of her 2nd Shingrex vaccine a couple years ago and ended up in excruciating pain, bedridden for weeks, hospitalized for a week, on oxygen and in a wheel chair. It's been 2 years with no flare ups and she's eligible for the COVID vaccine. She's just started having shoulder pain a few days ago but hasn't had blood tests of SED and CReactive Protein levels. I'm terrified that she will have another vaccine-related immune response, but am also worried about Covid. Would love to hear how you did with the vaccine. Thanks.

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I’m very similar to your Mom only 62 years and 1 year out from PMR after getting 2nd Shingrix vaccine. I just got my 2nd COViD vaccine (Pfizer) last week with no PMR flare. Minimal side effects - sore arm and minor lymph node swelling in armpit for 1 day. Wish you all the best of health.

My best wishes for your mum’s health. Has she taken the vaccine? I am in the same dilemma. Had severe PMR following a flu shot 6 years ago but took the natural path of agony. Have not had a relapse. Now I am debating on the vaccine