I got my first Pfizer shot on 1/4. I had a delayed symptoms/reaction over the next two weeks of basically everything they list as a reaction other than nausea. Day 3- super bad migraine, days 2-present- lethargic, muscle aches, joint pain, chills but no fever, but overall drained feeling. The real fun part has been the small rash around my midsection. Its not itchy like hives but annoying. My arm was sore, super bruised (still bruised in fact), and noticeable swelling at injection site.
I got the second dose yesterday. I immediately took Ibuprofen and Tylenol to help with soreness off the bat and maybe thwart another set of delayed symptoms. I feel pretty good this morning and going to cross my fingers that maybe the first dose is the worst of it for me.
For context, I am typically a good patient. No crying when I broke my femur, no crying or whining from emergency surgery a few years back. I don't get affected by the annual flu shot I am required to take. This vaccine has put me through the ringer. I am glad to hear so many others had a much better experience than me.
