Yes, I received the senior flu vaccine in 2016. I already had some auto immune issues. About 10 days after the shot I developed pain in my arms and was diagnosed with pmr. My health spiraled downward from the until now…everything from liver damage to osteoarthritis to secondary adrenal insufficiency to heart problems, mostly from having to take heavy doses of prednisone. I am still taking 9 mg daily, down from 25. It’s been quite a ride.

I just got the 2022 regular flu shot last week and am experiencing that ‘heavy’ arm feeling that possibly signals the start of a pmr flare. Fingers crossed that it goes away…stay tuned!

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