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Is it safe to get the Corona Virus (COVID-19) vaccine with PMR?

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Oct 29, 2022 | Replies (299)
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@susan63

I received my second Pfizer vaccine on April 16th. I am currently down to 5mgs of Prednisone a day. First shot didn't bother me (just a sore arm). Second shot, arm was sore for 3 days. Had my normal two month blood work this past Thursday (April 29th). Sediment rate is up to 36 from 22 at the end of March. My finger joints are hurting, shoulders hurting slightly. Don't know if I am starting a flare or what. Not due to see Rheumatologist until June.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | May 1, 2021

Hello @susan63, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. My PMR is in remission and I had both Pfizer vaccines with minor side effects - sore arm for a day and extreme fatigue the second day after the 2nd shot. Others have reported having autoimmune type flares.

You mentioned you have an appointment with your Rheumatologist in June. Are you able to call his office and ask for any suggestions? Just wondering if you increased your prednisone a little to see if that would help. There is also another discussion you might find helpful.

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR): Meet others & Share Your Story: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/polymyalgia-rheumatica-pmr-meet-others-share-your-story/

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