No, they are not common. While there may be some horror stories out there, they are the exception rather than the rule. The vast majority of people who receive the shingles vaccine have either no side effects or only mild ones like a bit of soreness at the injection site.
There are stories of people experiencing severe pain at the injection site that lasted much longer than expected. For instance, a woman reported that the pain near where she got the shot was so intense it radiated down her arm for weeks. She also had some swelling that didn't go away for a while. It made her very worried and she regretted getting the vaccine at first. But in most cases, these side effects are rare and the benefits of the vaccine usually outweigh the risks.
The story about the short supply of the shingles vaccine could focus on various aspects. It might cover reasons for the shortage, such as production problems or increased demand. It could also look at how this affects healthcare providers and patients, including waiting lists and potential health implications.
Some people claim to have had bad reactions after the shingles shot. They might experience severe pain at the injection site, like a burning or throbbing pain that lasts for days. Others say they had flu - like symptoms such as fever, body aches, and fatigue.
A common horror story is when shingles affects a nerve. For instance, if it affects a facial nerve, it can cause problems like Bell's palsy, where one side of the face droops. This not only causes physical pain but also a great deal of emotional distress as it changes the person's appearance. And the recovery can be slow and uncertain, leaving the person in a state of anxiety for a long time.
A friend had shingles during a very busy time at work. It started with a strange tingling on his back. Then the rash broke out. He couldn't focus on his job because of the pain. The itching was maddening and he was constantly worried about spreading it to others in the office. It took a long time to heal and he missed out on important projects.
Some people claim that after the shingles shot, they experienced severe pain at the injection site that lasted for days. It was like a constant burning or throbbing pain.
No. Many vaccine horror stories are based on misinformation or coincidence. Just because someone has an adverse event after vaccination doesn't mean it was caused by the vaccine. There could be other underlying health issues or external factors at work.
One vaccine horror story is about people believing that vaccines can cause autism. This misinformation spread widely. However, numerous scientific studies have proven this to be completely false. Vaccines are rigorously tested for safety.