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Members shared mixed experiences when discussing whether the COVID vaccine negatively affected their fibromyalgia, with some reporting no... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences when discussing whether the COVID vaccine negatively affected their fibromyalgia, with some reporting no issues at all while others noticed temporary flares in symptoms like costochondritis, sciatica, or general fibro pain. Several members emphasized that individual reactions vary widely, with one noting that while their booster triggered severe sciatica that resolved within days, they recognized COVID itself could cause similar or worse effects. A recurring theme was that illness of any kind, whether from vaccines, flu, or COVID, can trigger fibro flares, but many felt the protection outweighed the temporary discomfort.