So sorry you’re going through this. I hope these symptoms subside for you soon. You’ve got this!

Thanks batty in the mountains!

Hi everyone! I am 3 weeks past my final shot.

As of now my main issues are pain in my left glute near my HRIG injection site, mostly noticeable when sitting or laying down. Central lower back pain, between the shoulder pain, everything is pretty much the same (pins and needles/ numbness, achy joints) I've resorted to taking pain reliever, something I'm not a huge fan of. I will say that my headaches have subsided and my sore throat/lump in throat seems very connected to anxiety, I'm OK and don't notice it unless I have too much time concentrating on swallowing my spit.

I had a couple of days where I could keep some of my anxiety under control, but then it comes back. Some days the thought of vaccine failure consumes me. It's a horrible cycle and I cannot wait to be out of it.

I would love to see a Dr about this, but after reading and rereading this thread I don't know if it'll do any good. Also I live in a very small very rural area and Dr care is sparse, no-one accepting new patients during COVID and they certainly aren't returning calls to be put on a waitlist. If this back pain continues past this week I may seek an Urgent Care or ER. One things for certain, I'm glad my kids have care.

Speaking of my kids... my baby seems to be doing well, no adverse reactions that I have noticed, my 4 year old is too busy to notice any side effects, and my 10 year old often complains of numbness in the legs, but is still on the go!

Well, that's it for this week. I hope to update here weekly while things are flaring.

I hope you're all well and enjoy your weekend.

Hi again Battyinthemountains - Sometimes a trip to a neurologist can help alleviate the fears..even though the one I went to was not familiar with adverse side effects of this vaccine. At least he did some physical testing that was negative for anything serious. I went to him with a detailed timeline of my issues from the vaccine. So that helped. Now 9 months post last shot I am dealing with the ongoing side effects but of course, the fear of having rabies is long gone. Keep positive, and keep telling yourself 'this too shall pass'. Take one day at a time, find ways to alleviate the symptoms and you will be just fine. Over the counter meds like Ibuprofen helps with muscle aches and I purchased heating pads to help with nerve pains. Look online for your specific side effects to get more info on how to help control them. Thanks for your updates...you too are helping persons who will be going through the same thing we have. Giving people hope that all will be okay and they are not alone. Have a wonderful weekend.

Just a quick update...

Last night my 4 year old said her thigh hurt, it got me worried so today I got on the ball and got my kids appointments set (well child, but just something to get a paper trail). I also inquired into a different doctor a town away and they take my insurance. I will be seen next week for a general appointment to get established and I will be able to express some concerns as my local health department told me that these tingles/nubness/pains are not from the vaccine.

It's times like these I miss living in the city where access to healthcare is more readily available.

I had a thought today that perhaps some of these pains could be an allergic reaction? I haven't tried any allergy meds, but figured it wouldn't hurt.

Hope you are all well.

Since my last post I have been doing somewhat better. I spoke to a doctor via telemedicine and was diagnosed with GERD, today I saw a real in person doctor and will begin SSRI meds tomorrow to curb my anxiety because he doesn’t believe I have GERD. He confirmed anxiety could be causing most of these symptoms I have. My reflexes and all vitals are fine and will report back when I get test results from labs.

As of now feeling optimistic and hopeful that I’ll feel normal again soon. Thanks for following along.

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