[Howie_16]

Originally Posted by pylon

Just some feedback about the actual shot, and side effects.

I got the shot in Tuesday. I am spooked by this thing since five people I know got H1N1 and two are currently in ICU, and one on a resperator. My mother has a very weak immune system, and I can't risk her getting it, she would likely end up in the ICU as well. Since I visit her once or twice a week, I figured it would be prudent.

Now I don't have huge vaccine experience since this is the first I've had in about 13 years but man, did that shot kick me in the ass. For two days I was:

- unexplicable confusion (almost like just before getting drunk).
- chronically tired.
- massive headache
- had that "coming down with a bad cold/flu feeling" stiffness / aches
- and he localised area in my shoulder was really 'hard' and very, very sore. Like when a buddy slugs you in the shoulder.

I got home from work on Wednesday (had the shot on Tues) went to bed at 9, and slept until 4:30 the next afternoon. I have never been out that long in my life. Good thing I had Thursday off.

All I can say, whatever is in this thing, it is potent, and be prepared for the side effects if you get it. Other people I know are reporting similar things, especially the headache / malaise / confusion.

Just thought those who haven't gone yet would like some feedback forewarning. You may want to take a day off after you get it.

WIMP!