Kim Possible :kimoji_fire:kimlockhartga@beige.party
Jul 2, 2026, 6:38 PMI had the two shot regimen of Shingrix.
First shot: not too bad.
2nd shot: Release the hounds!
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Nickratcatcher@beige.partyJul 2, 2026, 6:40 PM- Kim Possible :kimoji_fire:kimlockhartga@beige.partyJul 2, 2026, 6:44 PM
@ratcatcher That second shot gave me terrible pain in my entire body. Apparently, I'm on the extreme end. For some people, very mild side effects, but I think the majority really went through it with the second shot. It has a reputation. I would arrange to take off work a couple days to allow yourself to recover after the second one. Still better than getting Shingles (again) plus potential added benefit: msy reduce chance of dementia.
- Nickratcatcher@beige.partyJul 2, 2026, 6:46 PM
Thanks. Yes, I'd heard about the possible dementia protection though it's probably too early to know if that will be a proven benefit.
- Kim Possible :kimoji_fire:kimlockhartga@beige.partyJul 2, 2026, 6:55 PM
@ratcatcher I will be happy if the protection even turns out to be 20% instead of 40%.
Ted Luddtidmarsh@heads.socialJul 2, 2026, 7:28 PMI had the 2-dose regimen a few years ago. I don’t usually react to vaccines, but did had some flu-ish symptoms after both shots, and a little worse after the second, if I recall correctly. Nothing debilitating, but felt pretty crummy. Would absolutely do it again, tho.
Lynn DLynnD@cosocial.caJul 2, 2026, 9:51 PM@kimlockhartga yes, both shots. First shot was a kick in the butt for a couple of days. The second one was not too bad. A bit of lethargy for a day. My arm was really sore for a couple of days after both shots. Otherwise, nothing, and the way I look at it; it’s a really small price to pay to avoid getting the Shingles. Also research says that it also as some effect in preventing dementia, so an even bigger bonus!