do shots damage the inside/outside of ur arm? (in general)?
i took a shot like 2 days ago (travel shot) like a TETANUS shot or something like that cause im going on vacation 2 weeks from now to taiwan so its a prevention shot. its been hurting for like 3 days now.. uhh yeah so im wondering. but seriously in general do shots damage the inside / outside of ur arm?
i dont want a damaged arm..
2006-06-23 12:36:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Good question! No, they do not cause long-term damage in any way. The tetanus booster shot is quite painful. If you think about what Tetanus is, this makes sense. Tetanus causes your muscles to spasm (tighten up). The point of the vaccine is to introduce a little bit of inactive tetanus (meaning it's not actually alive to reproduces) into your system so that your system will develop protection against Tetanus. The area where the shot is given actually reacts to it a little bit by tensing up. It only lasts a few minutes though, but stays sore for a few days. You should be just fin in a day or so. If it is very uncomfortable warm compresses work well to get things loosened up! Have a great time on your trip!!! Stay safe!
2006-06-23 12:45:07 · answer #1 · answered by softballer006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If given properly and in the right dosage, and the right area of the body, and using the right equipment it shouldn't do any damage. Some of the shots for overseas will hurt for a few days. If given properly tetanus boosters shouldn't be painful more than 1-2 days, but there are some of the shots required for different countries that may be painful for a few days.
If the area becomes reddened and is hot to touch you might call your physician and ask him/her about the immunizations you received. most physicians will tell you or give you written instructions for what to expect if there is possible side effects.
have fun on your trip
2006-06-23 19:46:08 · answer #2 · answered by STEVE M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No . If the shot was for tetanus, yeah, it will be sore for a while,
and you may hate shots, but would like tetanus alot less!
2006-06-23 19:46:16 · answer #3 · answered by Billy TK 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it was tetanus, you can expect it to hurt for several days. Generally, injections do not damage muscle tissues or fat... unless it was given incorrectly, such as supposed to be given in fat and was given in muscle or visa versa, but if the person who gave you your injection was familiar with their work, this SHOULDN'T happen.
2006-06-23 19:43:08 · answer #4 · answered by jstanotherqwtchic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are talking about a common shot like an anti-biotic, the answer is generally, no real damage. they do some very minor damage when administered but your body will heal it almost immediately.
2006-06-23 19:44:14 · answer #5 · answered by dread pirate lavenderbeard 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no they don"t "damage" your arm, but they will cause soreness in the muscle. didn't the nurse tell you that you will be sore for a few days?? jeeez whats the world coming to when a nurse neglects their patients like that. i am sorry that you were not informed of this and it caused you any worry .
2006-06-23 19:41:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A needle does cause injury to underlying tissue, causing redness, swelling and sorness (inflammation). You will be ok. Enjoy your trip!
2006-06-23 19:42:50 · answer #7 · answered by Pookie's mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, over time it can, especially the blood vessels. Why do you think drug addicts have what os called tracts.
2006-06-23 19:45:45 · answer #8 · answered by mapleguy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋