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Has Anyone Seen Any Reactions To The COVID Vaccine With Regards To Strange (or Enhanced Strange) Behavior?

A myALZteam Member asked a question 💭
Beaufort, SC

My sister still cycles. She has been fairly rational for about 10 days straight. She had the 1st vaccine Wednesday. Wednesday night she started slipping Back to the anger, cursing, “get me home” behavior signaling she is on the downward side of the cycle. Couldn’t see anything as side affects published, but wanted to see if anyone noticed a behavior change. Thanks

January 22, 2021 (edited)
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Members shared their experiences and concerns about COVID vaccine side effects in relation to dementia patients, with one member wondering if... Read more

Members shared their experiences and concerns about COVID vaccine side effects in relation to dementia patients, with one member wondering if their sister's behavioral shift after vaccination was connected while others reported mostly typical reactions like soreness, fatigue, and mild aching that resolved within a day. Several members exchanged practical guidance about pain relievers, with the consensus being not to pre-medicate with Tylenol or ibuprofen before vaccination as it may reduce immune response, but to take them afterward if needed for discomfort. A recurring theme was reassurance that common side effects like soreness and fatigue actually signal the immune system is working properly, and that most members saw no behavioral changes in their loved ones with dementia after vaccination.

A myALZteam Member

Just found this article:
https://bestlifeonline.com/news-otc-meds-covid-...

I think the info about taking these meds before the vaccination should be better circulated, as I never gave it a thought. They say they should be stopped one or two days prior. Now I’m concerned, as I know I had Tylenol the day before.

January 23, 2021
A myALZteam Member

Thank you Lucky. I will at least be aware of this and perhaps BEFORE we get the shot we will both take a Tylenol. My doctor told us to do this before getting a flu shot, so since this is a viral issue, perhaps that would take care of any side effects.

January 22, 2021
A myALZteam Member

My husband had his 3rd (booster) vaccine yesterday and just has a sore arm like he did with the first and second jabs. Nothing affecting dementia. Actually he seems to be doing better today.

October 19, 2021
A myALZteam Member

Wow! Thank you for this note about taking over-the-counter meds. I, too, would not want to take anything that would weaken the pandemic med shot. I will do more checking on that and perhaps only take Tylenol if and when I have any problems. That is just another reason I am happy to have the advise of others and thankful for this website. Thank you so very much!!!

January 23, 2021
A myALZteam Member

@A myALZteam Member, this is an article from the Cleveland Clinic - link is below. It also states if your not already taking pain reliever not to, but it also states that your side effects from the first shot show your immune system is working and that’s a good sign.

Common side effects from a COVID-19 vaccination
Dr. Abunasser says that a sore arm is pretty common and the soreness comes from the needle, not the actual vaccine. The soreness should go away in about a day or so. As for side effects of the vaccine, he states that some people have experienced headaches, fatigue, muscle aches or low-grade fevers.

“While these symptoms are obviously a nuisance to have, they’re actually good news because they indicate that your immune system is working. They’re signs that your immune system is activated and is producing antibodies. That’s a good thing to know.”

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-happens...

January 23, 2021

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