Most of the so - called 'horror stories' are not based on facts. The Pfizer vaccine has been rigorously tested. Only a very small percentage of people experience side effects, and the vast majority of these are mild and short - lived.
There may be some reports of people feeling unwell after the Pfizer vaccine, like having a high fever or feeling dizzy. But we need to understand that vaccines work by stimulating the immune system, and these symptoms can be normal reactions. The benefits of the Pfizer vaccine in reducing the spread of the virus, preventing hospitalizations, and saving lives far outweigh these temporary and relatively rare discomforts. In fact, the medical community closely monitors any side effects, and if there were truly widespread 'horror' situations, the vaccine would not be recommended.
Some of these stories might have a kernel of truth, like a pregnant woman having a bit of pain at the injection site or a mild headache after the vaccine. But this is not out of the ordinary for any vaccine, and it doesn't make it a 'horror story'. In fact, the real - life data from numerous pregnant women who got vaccinated shows that serious adverse effects are very rare. So, most of these stories are not based on solid facts when it comes to overall safety of the vaccine in pregnancy.
There are stories of healthcare workers. Many of them got the Pfizer vaccine early on. For example, a nurse I know was really worried about bringing the virus home to her family. After getting the Pfizer vaccine, she was able to continue her work with more confidence. She did experience some fatigue for a couple of days, but it was a small price to pay considering the protection it offered. Also, she noticed that among her colleagues who got vaccinated, the rate of getting sick from the virus decreased significantly.
I know a construction worker who got the Pfizer vaccine. He works outdoors in a large crew. He was afraid that getting the vaccine might make him miss work due to side effects. But he only had some mild body aches for a day or so. After that, he was back to work. And he noticed that among his co - workers who got vaccinated, there were far fewer cases of illness compared to those who didn't. This shows that the Pfizer vaccine can be a great safeguard in a workplace environment.
The real facts are that these horror stories are mostly unfounded. The chicken pox vaccine has been used for a long time with a high success rate in preventing chicken pox. The side effects that are sometimes misconstrued as 'horror' are typically very mild, like a bit of redness at the injection area.
The so - called 'MMR vaccine horror story' is mostly misinformation. The MMR vaccine is safe and highly effective in preventing measles, mumps, and rubella. The original study that linked it to autism was completely discredited as it was based on false data and unethical research methods.
One horror story could be severe allergic reactions some people claim to have had after taking Pfizer vaccines. For example, there are reports of people experiencing anaphylaxis, which is a very serious and sudden allergic reaction. However, it's important to note that such cases are extremely rare compared to the vast number of people who have been vaccinated without any major issues.
The name Comirnaty for the Pfizer vaccine is likely the result of a complex decision-making process involving multiple factors. It could be related to communicating specific benefits or attributes of the vaccine, or it could just be a unique and memorable name chosen for marketing purposes. But without direct insight from the company, it's all speculation.
Some are misinformation. For example, the claim about Pfizer vaccines affecting fertility has no scientific basis at all. It's just a baseless rumor that spread.
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.