Vaccines are intended to provide immunity without the risk of contracting the disease. Not everyone gets them, but mild-to-moderate side effects are common and usually go away on their own after a few days.
Following immunization, you may experience the following mild-to-moderate adverse effects:
- Soreness in the arm where the injection was given
- Fever (mild)
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Aches in the muscles or joints
- Chills
- Diarrhoea
Rest, staying hydrated, and taking pain and fever medication, if necessary, will help you manage any adverse effects.
If any symptoms persist for more than a few days, seek guidance from your healthcare professional. Serious adverse effects are extremely uncommon, but if you do have one, you should contact your healthcare practitioner right once.