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Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

11/15/2025 01:33:35 PM · #1

At least it feels that way, like being run over by a truck. Dang! Got both shots yesterday and it made me super tired today along with a fine headache.

My wife got both shots also and she's fine. Go figure.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

11/15/2025 02:07:09 PM · #2

Got both on Halloween ... had a bad headache for maybe 18 hours starting a few hours after the shots, and the usual arm soreness for a couple of days.

FWIW I've found that when I get the two shots together the side effects seem milder than when I got the Covid shot alone.

FWIW2 more severe effects from the vaccines are considered a sign of an active and effective immune system -- good as long as you have a couple of days off to wait it out.

FWIW3 recent research seems to indicate that the mRNA Covid vaccines increase the effectiveness of some anti-cancer medications, extending survival times significantly.

GolferDDS

Canon EOS R5

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/15/2025 02:30:29 PM · #3

I got Covid on the plane (I think) on the return trip from Glacier National Park in September. I had a rather severe sore throat for a few days and was very tired for several weeks afterwards. So I skipped the Covid vaccine and only got the flu shot with no after effects. Not even a sore arm.

GolferDDS

Canon EOS R5

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/15/2025 02:37:11 PM · #4

Originally posted by GolferDDS:

Oh yes and I forget to mention that I barked like a dog and chased squirrels around the backyard with the Covid!! (Just kidding) but it was pretty “ruff”!

Message edited by author 2025-11-16 09:46:16.

11/15/2025 02:51:47 PM · #5

Originally posted by GolferDDS:

Oh yes and I forget to mention that I barked like a dog and chased squirrels around the backyard with the Covid!!

LOL - That sounds like me when I came down with Rocky Spotted Mountain Fever (from a tick bite)!

Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R IOS

11/15/2025 02:52:15 PM · #6

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Thanks! These are good to know.

Barroness

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

11/15/2025 02:57:33 PM · #7

Originally posted by GolferDDS:
I got Covid on the plane (I think) on the return trip from Glacier National Park in September. I had a rather severe sore throat for a few days and was very tired for several weeks afterwards. So I skipped the Covid vaccine and only got the flu shot with no after effects. Not even a sore arm.

I just got the flu shot and I have learned to only get one at a time, no issues. Last covid shot I went to a wedding in Croatia was horribly sick temperature all during the layover in Brussels. But... Everyone at the wedding got covid, sadly bride and Groom too and I never got it that time. So it may be worth getting. hmmm... I will be on the west coast for the holidays. Sounds like a good idea.
I hope you all feel better!

beatabg

Google Pixel

11/16/2025 07:26:50 AM · #8

I'm going to get that package this week. Sounds like a lot of fun for my Birthday week! :o) Thanks for advertising! :o)

markwiley

Fujifilm X-Pro2

11/17/2025 12:34:45 PM · #9

I think we lucked out. My wife and I got the Flu + Covid about a week ago. Everything went smoothly for me. My wife was a bit achy for about 24 hours, but that was it.

BaldurT

Sony Alpha a7R III

Sony SAL-70200G 70-200mm f/2.8 SSM G

11/17/2025 03:59:32 PM · #10

Yeah, the wife and I did that a few weeks back and I can confirm that result. We were sick(ish) with a headache, aches & pains for about 10 days. Also super tired for several days.

Barroness

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

11/17/2025 09:27:41 PM · #11

UhOh, I wasn't going to get the shot but I think I now should because I am going to LA to spend Christmas with my daughter. I haven't seen her for a year and I miss her. (Bragging but that's what Mom's do, she is production on "The Pitt", her team just got an Emmy) I am one proud Mom. If I don't get the shot I could get covid and that would be worse. Next Monday is the big day :'( Last shot I was really sick. UGH!!!
My husband got the shot no reaction at all. Figures...

hajeka

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS USM

11/17/2025 11:38:07 PM · #12

I had no problems with the flu shot, but the COVID shot was tough on me this year. The first day I had a fever and was extremely tired, the second day I was still tired, but I feel a bit better, and today I'm feeling great again. Let's hope I can keep it that way.

Ja-9

Nikon D750

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

11/17/2025 11:44:34 PM · #13

Originally posted by glad2badad:

MEN!!!! (lol)

Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II

11/17/2025 11:47:55 PM · #14

Originally posted by Ja-9:

Originally posted by glad2badad:
At least it feels that way, like being run over by a truck. Dang! Got both shots yesterday and it made me super tired today along with a fine headache.

My wife got both shots also and she's fine. Go figure.

MEN!!!! (lol)

Ja-9

Nikon D750

11/17/2025 11:48:47 PM · #15

Try the shingles vax!!! That’s a donkey kick for sure - I was red, swollen and sore for 1.5-2 wks after - had to put my big girl pants on to get the seconds shot - no issues (by comparison!!!)

BaldurT

Sony Alpha a7R III

Sony SAL-70200G 70-200mm f/2.8 SSM G

11/18/2025 05:13:28 PM · #16

Originally posted by Ja-9:

Try the shingles vax!!! That’s a donkey kick for sure - I was red, swollen and sore for 1.5-2 wks after - had to put my big girl pants on to get the seconds shot - no issues (by comparison!!!)

I heard that from a friend as well....so I'm really looking forward to it :}

BaldurT

Sony Alpha a7R III

Sony SAL-70200G 70-200mm f/2.8 SSM G

11/18/2025 05:14:50 PM · #17

Originally posted by Ja-9:

Just be glad you can't catch the "Man-Flu" ;P

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

11/18/2025 05:57:42 PM · #18

Originally posted by BaldurT:

Originally posted by Ja-9:
Try the shingles vax!!! That’s a donkey kick for sure - I was red, swollen and sore for 1.5-2 wks after - had to put my big girl pants on to get the seconds shot - no issues (by comparison!!!)

I heard that from a friend as well....so I'm really looking forward to it :}

Yeah. That's next on my list too. Gah.

GeneralE

Canon PowerShot S3 IS

11/18/2025 08:40:49 PM · #19

Originally posted by glad2badad:

Originally posted by BaldurT:

Originally posted by Ja-9:
Try the shingles vax!!! That’s a donkey kick for sure - I was red, swollen and sore for 1.5-2 wks after - had to put my big girl pants on to get the seconds shot - no issues (by comparison!!!)

I heard that from a friend as well....so I'm really looking forward to it :}

Yeah. That's next on my list too. Gah.

Having shingles is worse, and can cause additional complications (vision loss pneumonia, death) ...