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Side Effects of Shingles Vaccine
Just Want to Talk | Last Active: Nov 8, 2023 | Replies (136)Comment receiving replies
I am 70 and had the first of two shingles vaccines about a month ago. Very sore arm for a few days. Some malaise. My immune system is severely compromised, so it reacts pretty strongly to any vaccines.
On the other hand, I'd rather have the vaccines and figure I am getting some protection, that risk going without. The opportunity for severe illness is nothing to look forward to if I don't keep up on vaccines of all kinds.
Ginger
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I understand what you mean. I had a very dear friend of mine, who contracted shingles. She’s long gone, now, but I just remember what she went through - the misery, the loneliness (since she couldn’t stand feeling any clothing against her skin), and because of that, the fact she couldn’t even go to church. She, of course, had her husband for support, but it really took a toll on her. I don’t want to go thru that. I’ve had 7 major spine surgeries, plus a broken hip (when I fell), so I’m already “damaged.” The last thing I need is shingles!
I’m going to make it my mission to get this vaccine if it’s the last thing I do!
Good luck to you!