Authors: Jay Polish

When Should I Be Concerned About Post-Vaccine Fatigue?

“While different studies vary, fatigue is the most commonly reported side effect, with around 40-80% of people experiencing this,” Dr. Bhuyan explains, across Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson’s vaccines. The way you feel that tiredness, of course, might be much different than how your roommate does. They might have been completely knocked out and had to miss a day of work, whereas you might just need a power nap.

It’s normal for people to have varying responses to the vaccine, Dr. Bhuyan tells Bustle. “Some people report being able to work after their vaccine with no issues; others report mild fatigue that is slightly distracting; and yet others report they have taken naps after their vaccine.” None of that means that the vaccine is working better or worse — it’s just different people’s bodies reacting in different ways. Think about that stomach bug you and your bestie both got on spring break that one time — you both caught the same thing, but you were up all night in the bathroom and they mostly just had a bad bellyache.

You might to get concerned if the post-vaccine fatigue wipes you out for more than 48 hours, Dr. Bhuyan says. If it reaches that point, check in with your doctor to make sure everything’s OK.

For More Information: https://www.bustle.com/wellness/how-to-treat-fatigue-covid-vaccine-side-effect-doctors