Vaccinated with #AstraZeneca - Anong pakiramdam? (What to Expect?)

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Hi! My name Vinz and I'm a nurse. This shares with you my recent experience vaccination with #AstraZeneca vaccine, which was done last March 9, 2021.  Covid - 19 vaccination will help protect you from getting the #Covid-19 virus. After vaccination, according to the brochure I got from my facility, you may experience symptoms indicating that your body is developing immunity to fight the virus. These are the "normal" effects of the #vaccine:

Common Side Effects after Vaccination:

1. Injection site pain or soreness

2. Swelling or redness at the injection site

3. Chills

4. Tiredness

5. Mild fever

6. Headache

7. Muscle and joint pain or soreness

How to Manage These Effects:

For pain or discomfort from fever:

Inquire from your doctor or family clinic, so that they can give you medications like Paracetamol to reduce the pain and discomfort.

You may also apply a clean, cool, wet washcloth over the area of pain and swelling at the injection site. And you can move your arm, as in exercising.

For fever: Remember to drink lots of fluids and dress lightly.

When Do You Need to Go to the Emergency Department:

If you experience any of these:

1. Difficulty of breathing

2. Swelling of the face or throat

3. Fast Heartbeat

4. Dizziness and Weakness

Remember, don't panic! All of these symptoms can be cured right away! Just remember to tell your family members or companion that you had a vaccination, so they can tell the Doctor at the ER in case you can't speak.

Then, start preparing for your second shot. Build your immune system like what you did for your first shot. Eat healthy. Exercise and sleep well. Don't stay up late at night. You have to remember that your body is building its defense against this dreaded virus. 

Again, continue observing using fresh face mask everyday, (and please brush your teeth and gargle a mouthwash to freshen your breath!) and disinfect your face shield. Make sure that you wear an extra face mask for high density areas and always sanitize your hands. Do not skip bathing after returning home! Make sure that all outfits are washed after wearing them. Sanitized your shoes. Don't wear them inside your house. If you can wear fresh new pairs everyday, then do.

Again, it's okay to be "maarte"! This will save you in the New Normal! Chop Chop!