# Why does the COVID vaccine cause such harsh side effects? **URL:** \ **Category:** The Quarantine Zone\ **Tags:** covid-quarantine\ **Created:** [December 15, 2021, 2:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-covid-vaccine-cause-such-harsh-side-effects/956105 "2021-12-15T14:30:32Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 2\ **Page:** 4
**Author:** ![Tfletch1](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tfletch1/32/5340_2.png) [@Tfletch1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tfletch1)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-covid-vaccine-cause-such-harsh-side-effects/956105/62 "2022-01-01T20:06:26Z")
> [@Bookkeeper](#): > > The PCR test is the one which usually needs the deep penetration swabbing. The RAT 15-minute tests allow for less penetrating but in both nostrils as an option. My work requires weekly PCR tests that they administer. Only have to twirl the swab 5X in each nostril. No brain tickle required. ---
**Author:** ![Machine\_Elf](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/82dd89/32.png) [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Post date:** [January 1, 2022, 8:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-covid-vaccine-cause-such-harsh-side-effects/956105/63 "2022-01-01T20:23:24Z")
> [@Magiver](#): > > I had to make a run to the drug store for meds so I picked up a kit for $10. It appears I’m getting a cold so I may be using it sooner than later. I read through the instructions and there’s nothing about pushing the swab stick into your brain. Only need to go in 3/4 of an inch. Makes me wonder about those horror stories you see on the news with the long swab sticks. I’ve had one of those brain swabs. Basing my opinion here solely on entertainment value, I strongly recommend against it. It felt like they were using an electric cattle prod. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-the-covid-vaccine-cause-such-harsh-side-effects/956105.md?page=3)