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Has Anyone Taken The Covid Vaccine? Which Brand? And Do You Experience Any Side Effects?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Walnut Creek, CA

My Rheumatologist suggests that I space out the Covid vaccine with the depo medrol shot. I’ll be getting my vaccine on this Saturday. Feeling a bit nervous right now.

March 9, 2021
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Members shared their experiences with COVID vaccines while managing rheumatoid arthritis, with most reporting only mild side effects like sore... Read more

Members shared their experiences with COVID vaccines while managing rheumatoid arthritis, with most reporting only mild side effects like sore arms, fatigue, or brief flu-like symptoms that resolved within a day or two, while a smaller number described persistent flares they believed were connected to the vaccines. Several members emphasized the importance of vaccination for immunocompromised individuals, with many rheumatologists recommending it, and practical tips included rubbing the injection site, staying hydrated, moving the arm, and planning rest time after the second dose. A recurring theme was the deeply personal nature of the decision, with some members choosing to continue with boosters for protection while others decided to stop due to ongoing symptoms or concerns about long-term effects.

A myRAteam Member

I’m now thoroughly convinced that these jabs are causing big problems. I wish I had never taken any of them. I am now no longer able to work. I have high blood pressure. My RA has flared continually with a vengeance this past year. My meds aren’t working. This crap is designed to kill us not protect us and we’ve all been lied to. It won’t stop here either! I had a nurse tell me just the other day to never take another one of these jabs. She’s dead right. I made my mind up on that some time ago.

April 16, 2023
A myRAteam Member

As long as I live I will never take another Convid shot! I wish I’d never taken any of them now!

June 21, 2023
A myRAteam Member

I had the J&J in April of 2021. By September I was at a rheumatologist. Just diagnosed with RA. While I’m not sure it caused this I definitely think it brought on what may have been coming later. I won’t be getting any more Covid vaccines.

December 13, 2022
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A myRAteam Member

I have gotten all the covid shots Pfizer. The last one I had body aches but that was it. I never caught covid.

September 30, 2023
COVID-19 and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Essential Updates Read more >
A myRAteam Member

I’ve never had any RA issues when taking the Moderna and the boosters

April 17, 2023

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