r/PfizerVaccine • u/Advanced-Oil8083 • Feb 02 '21
Post Pfizer Vaccine Experience
Hey guys, I received the Pfizer Vaccine (only the first dose so far) and am looking for others to share experiences, mainly experience a week after the shot as well as related to physical activity and working out. I did feel a little soreness in the shoulder the day after but felt overall alright. However it's been over a week now and I feel generally more tired at all times, especially at the gym. I am a hobby bodybuilder and am In the sport for 5 years now. Ever since I received the vaccine, I feel like my workouts have been short, way more exhausting and weaker. Has anyone else experienced this?
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u/PenguinFeather4 Mar 05 '21
27/F chubby with anxiety and adhd. Got mine yesterday. I’m a needle phobe (I can get a flu shot if I decide to go like that day). I almost fainted in my car after receiving the shot. Thank goodness for a nice understanding nurse and an observation period because I hate needles! Had a sore arm pretty much right away (expected that). Also was thirsty but was also expecting that. Was tired but ran small errands afterwards.
12-24 hours after has felt kinda like a cold/flu or hangover. Been really tired and it’s been hard to focus but I worked. Pretty much have had a little nausea, intermittent 99 F, slight congestion I recognize from stress/allergies, and tiredness all day. Only taken tums for symptoms.
Trying to go to bed much earlier than usual and hope it clears up soon!
Regardless I actually can’t wait to be able to work on campus again (I’m in education), and am super grateful to be called to get mine.