Simple DIY Guide to Hypochondria
How to Care For and Feed Your Hypochondriac38 total reviews
Comment from irishauthorme
Surfing FS when I ran across your title and figured you might have some good advice for a Hypo who has been debating taking/not taking the COVID Vaccine shot. So, following your encouragement I made an appointment to take the Johnson & Johnson single shot. Have acquaintances who took the Moderna and spent two days in bed following the second shot, Pfizer seemed less invasive.
Leaving instructions on how to contact you for my survivors in case the virus shot kills me.
Vive la Vacin!
irish
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2021
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Surfing FS when I ran across your title and figured you might have some good advice for a Hypo who has been debating taking/not taking the COVID Vaccine shot. So, following your encouragement I made an appointment to take the Johnson & Johnson single shot. Have acquaintances who took the Moderna and spent two days in bed following the second shot, Pfizer seemed less invasive.
Leaving instructions on how to contact you for my survivors in case the virus shot kills me.
Vive la Vacin!
irish
Comment Written 23-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 24-Mar-2021
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Bless you, Irish. I am so grateful that you found my article persuasive enough to get you to make that appointment. I agree the one shot way is best. It's the one my wife opted for.
Oh, make sure you give your survivors my true name to track me down. It's Jacob Jujube Frankenfart.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was great, Jay. I had my first dose last month, and I'm booked in for my second one in April. I know some people have had some nasty after-effects, but all I got was a sore arm for a couple of days. Your story is so funny but does have its serious side, which is what makes this so enjoyable. If you can get more people to see how simple it is to have a covid jab, you'll go to bed with a smile on your face. Well done, my friend. I enjoyed reading your hilarious account of having it. :)) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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That was great, Jay. I had my first dose last month, and I'm booked in for my second one in April. I know some people have had some nasty after-effects, but all I got was a sore arm for a couple of days. Your story is so funny but does have its serious side, which is what makes this so enjoyable. If you can get more people to see how simple it is to have a covid jab, you'll go to bed with a smile on your face. Well done, my friend. I enjoyed reading your hilarious account of having it. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 22-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Thank you so much, Sandra, and I'm thrilled you're one who's going to have the full thing! Good for you.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You made a valid point to get vaccinated. . . now! Your story reads well with good flow and great imagery. I could see everything you mentioned and hear everything spoken. Your family sounds typical in their actions from many that I know. I'm happy for you that you didn't experience any more alarming reactions other than what your wrote. Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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You made a valid point to get vaccinated. . . now! Your story reads well with good flow and great imagery. I could see everything you mentioned and hear everything spoken. Your family sounds typical in their actions from many that I know. I'm happy for you that you didn't experience any more alarming reactions other than what your wrote. Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Thank you, Jan, for your kind comment. I hope you choose to get vaccinated when you qualify.
Comment from DonandVicki
After being in quarantine for nearly a year, I got back from Isreal last March just in time, I had the opportunity to get my vaccine and I didn't hesitate. Kudos on the essay.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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After being in quarantine for nearly a year, I got back from Isreal last March just in time, I had the opportunity to get my vaccine and I didn't hesitate. Kudos on the essay.
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Good for you! Thanks for reading and for your fine comment.
Comment from Begin Again
Such a serious topic; yet you made it an easy, humorous read. I had a bad reaction to the flu shot this year so of course, I now have my brain checking and rechecking the feasibility of offering my shoulder to the doctor for the covid shot. I know I should, but I am no there yet. I loved how you went from military guard to covid shots without even a stutter. You're just that smooth! Awesome job! Smiles to you! Carol
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Such a serious topic; yet you made it an easy, humorous read. I had a bad reaction to the flu shot this year so of course, I now have my brain checking and rechecking the feasibility of offering my shoulder to the doctor for the covid shot. I know I should, but I am no there yet. I loved how you went from military guard to covid shots without even a stutter. You're just that smooth! Awesome job! Smiles to you! Carol
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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What may have seemed smooth, gave me fits for two days. I'm happy that it came together in your reader's mind. I do hope you opt for the vaccination. A reaction is a possibility, but the reaction for not getting it can well be death. You can ask the nurse to observe you longer than the 15 minutes they normally do. Take a good book and sit it out for 1/2 an hour to an hour. They shouldn't rush you. My bugaboo was the egg salad. (It's still in the fridge ... only because I dread flushing it down the toilet.)
Again, my thanks to you for reading my piece and kindly responding. The six will look back at me proudly from the mantle tomorrow. Okay! I'm starting to get a little giddy! Must go.
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Smiles! I will talk to my doctor.
Comment from T B Botts
Well done! I loved your story. You've got a way of taking a serious subject and making it humorous, which in my humble opinion makes it a lot more palatable. Still haven't swallowed the bait yet as far as getting the shot, but I'll certainly give it some more consideration after your encouragement. Hope you continue to stay well. Good luck.
Tom
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Well done! I loved your story. You've got a way of taking a serious subject and making it humorous, which in my humble opinion makes it a lot more palatable. Still haven't swallowed the bait yet as far as getting the shot, but I'll certainly give it some more consideration after your encouragement. Hope you continue to stay well. Good luck.
Tom
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2021
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Well, Tom, Covid's just one less thing this 81 year-old body has to worry about. Now, if I can talk my son into flushing that egg salad down the toilet. Bless you for the 6 stars. Tom, please steer clear of the Covid detractors who would have you drinking bleach or spraying hot steam down your throat. Covid is as real as Polio was in the 40s. Iron lungs were real back then. There are still one or two who have lived in them since they were children (before the Salk vaccine). Their whole lives through, those machines breathed for them. Please get your vaccination, my friend.
Comment from karenina
I agree! This was a long eloquent wind up by and ace pitcher who then threw a fastball right over the plate! Anyone "on deck" who is thinking perhaps they'll sit this vaccine out ought to be traded to the Corona-Triple A team for a long tiring season of "almost made its."
I'm (I will grant you)--only half way through my Pfizer adventure (Love the way you described the vaccination invaders!)--but as I have an extreme history of reacting to al kinds of meds, vaccines, et al (my heart stopped once--a pretty extreme side effect I thought!)--the National Guard "helpers" suggested(read that INSISTED) I be placed in an "extrme caution" observation area for a full thirty minutes!
First shot!-- I had to laugh at your stream of consciousness regarding what could happen, because believe me, in those thirty minutes I imagined hot flashes, a spiking fever, the spasm of a closing throat, the panic of the anaphylactic shock I get when (of all things!) I come within ten feet of shellfish...
By the time they cleared me to go I drove home in constant fear I would suddenly slip slide into death wile driving and take some poor bloke with me. (Uncharacteristically, I reasoned, if that had to happen it would be best if the bloke was an anti-vaxxer!)
Now, it's been three weeks and I was just settling into the comforting thought that THIS THURSDAY I will be returning to complete my civic duty and get that second injection!
Needless to say, your tale of hypochondria has imbedded itself into every working brain cell and I am (even as I write this) beginning to feel a bit woozy... pre-vaccine side effects no doubt?
I'm not sure... Can't say... Secretly wonder if this second shot will do me in or save me.
I'm betting on the latter. I don't gamble because I always lose...
HELP!
Karenina (Six stars just for scaring the living bejeezus out of me...)
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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I agree! This was a long eloquent wind up by and ace pitcher who then threw a fastball right over the plate! Anyone "on deck" who is thinking perhaps they'll sit this vaccine out ought to be traded to the Corona-Triple A team for a long tiring season of "almost made its."
I'm (I will grant you)--only half way through my Pfizer adventure (Love the way you described the vaccination invaders!)--but as I have an extreme history of reacting to al kinds of meds, vaccines, et al (my heart stopped once--a pretty extreme side effect I thought!)--the National Guard "helpers" suggested(read that INSISTED) I be placed in an "extrme caution" observation area for a full thirty minutes!
First shot!-- I had to laugh at your stream of consciousness regarding what could happen, because believe me, in those thirty minutes I imagined hot flashes, a spiking fever, the spasm of a closing throat, the panic of the anaphylactic shock I get when (of all things!) I come within ten feet of shellfish...
By the time they cleared me to go I drove home in constant fear I would suddenly slip slide into death wile driving and take some poor bloke with me. (Uncharacteristically, I reasoned, if that had to happen it would be best if the bloke was an anti-vaxxer!)
Now, it's been three weeks and I was just settling into the comforting thought that THIS THURSDAY I will be returning to complete my civic duty and get that second injection!
Needless to say, your tale of hypochondria has imbedded itself into every working brain cell and I am (even as I write this) beginning to feel a bit woozy... pre-vaccine side effects no doubt?
I'm not sure... Can't say... Secretly wonder if this second shot will do me in or save me.
I'm betting on the latter. I don't gamble because I always lose...
HELP!
Karenina (Six stars just for scaring the living bejeezus out of me...)
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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OMG, Karenina. I've never heard of that drastic a reaction to a vaccination. My wife (the one in the Tehachapi Mountains), has an egg allergy and hasn't had her flu shot because of that. But having your heart stop?! Whoa. But as long as the nurses there are forewarned and you stay there the full half hour with your clothes off (gullibility check!), you should be all right.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
I'd like to think you get paid for your writing. It is surely that good. This was a lot of fun as I also like your sense of humor. Got my two shots so am doing my part.
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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I'd like to think you get paid for your writing. It is surely that good. This was a lot of fun as I also like your sense of humor. Got my two shots so am doing my part.
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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Good for you, Carol! And thank you for your note of encouragement.
Comment from royowen
It will take awhile for our whole country to be vaccinated, seeing Italy, denied export of the English vaccine, the AstraZeneca one leaving their shores, hmmm. But I don't even know anyone who's had the disease. The government, (state and federal has handled it well) so life has been normal for sometime, returning expats are the only ones bringing it back and they are interned in special hotels until they're cleared. Well done, Jay, good job, very entertaining, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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It will take awhile for our whole country to be vaccinated, seeing Italy, denied export of the English vaccine, the AstraZeneca one leaving their shores, hmmm. But I don't even know anyone who's had the disease. The government, (state and federal has handled it well) so life has been normal for sometime, returning expats are the only ones bringing it back and they are interned in special hotels until they're cleared. Well done, Jay, good job, very entertaining, blessings Roy
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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Thank you so much, Roy. You are always encouraging and kind in your comments. I think on the world stage we have a long wait before all is normalized. And until then, State and Federal governments need to be as wise as yours in having everyone tested before entering the country and if they test positive to be quarantined the necessary amount of time.
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Yes that?s right, it?s dangerous
Comment from Ulla
Pues si senor, hay que vacunarse!. I loved this wonderful piece of writing. It was fun and it was to the point. Jay, be glad that your sons care about you. That is just so wonderful. Congratulation on being fully vaccinated. We are suffering in Europe as we're not getting the vacs we've been promised. Big sigh! Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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Pues si senor, hay que vacunarse!. I loved this wonderful piece of writing. It was fun and it was to the point. Jay, be glad that your sons care about you. That is just so wonderful. Congratulation on being fully vaccinated. We are suffering in Europe as we're not getting the vacs we've been promised. Big sigh! Ulla:)))
Comment Written 21-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2021
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I hope things turn around for all of us by Christmas.
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Yes, let's hope so.