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I got the RSV vaccine 2 days ago. I don’t usually have any ill effects from vaccines but this one has caused my arm to ache all the way to my hand if I lie on the affected side. Additionally a low grade fever. I am a strong believer in vaccines so I’m not trying to discourage anyone, just letting you know about my experience. Tylenol is helping. A sore arm is nothing compared to getting RSV. I’d suggest getting it on your non- dominant arm.
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I am a RN and gave covid vaccines in a clinic mid 2021. Written and verbal instructions and cautions for each patient included pain in the arm, fatigue, decreased appetite, headache, muscle/body aches and low grade fever. The same holds true for flu and RSV vaccines. This is a normal and expected inflammatory response which actually lets us know it is working. A small response to the vaccine now generates a stronger response to the virus the next time you are exposed. Kind of like priming a pump. This gives you a more vigorous response to the virus giving you less intense symptoms leading to less hospitalizations.
I wish I had the RSV vax-the first 5 days had me totally wiped out, very similar to when I originally got Covid before the vaccines were approved.
I fully agree with getting vax’s in your non-dominant arm!! Great that you got yours!