Just figured I'd complain here. I get the flu shot every year and it's never felt like this before. The needle poke was fine. But about an hour later it feels like the schoolyard bully gave me a noogie in the shoulder! Ok flame-away. :-)
2006-10-19 10:49:50 · 9 answers · asked by HomeSweetSiliconValley 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Thanks for all the real answers!! I just assumed I'd get heckling. :-) I now have a cold can of Mountain Dew on my arm (at work!)
2006-10-19 11:18:36 · update #1
That is a common reaction. You can try some ice over the area or some over the counter pain medication.
The vaccine is different each year, so you can have different reactions each year.
If it is still real painful after a few days call your physician.
I know you are are looking for flames, and not real answers, but I figured, in case someone has a similar reaction and want answers they may find mine useful.
Have a good day.
2006-10-19 11:00:31 · answer #1 · answered by Calina 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Each batch of flu vaccine is different from year to year.
Try a cold compress or ice pack to your arm on/off and Motrin or ibuprofen 600-800 mg every 6 hours.
The pain or redness will be better in a day or 2. It is a common reaction. I am glad you got your shot/hope you feel better soon. RN in Ca.
2006-10-19 10:58:37 · answer #2 · answered by JUDY G 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nope..normal reaction to a flu shot! Your body's immune system is reving up to make antibodies now so you might also get some mild fevers, chills and aches. It might feel different this year as the shot changes a bit each year. Try Tylenol.
2006-10-19 10:53:18 · answer #3 · answered by blondie9916 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-20 03:14:41 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i do push ups after i get a shot...it prevents the muscle from tightening up
2006-10-19 11:00:17 · answer #5 · answered by ellie_2121 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah they suck...so just get the Flu and deal with it then!
2006-10-19 10:51:18 · answer #6 · answered by Shannon P 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
it will feel like that for a couple day it's normal
2006-10-19 10:52:26 · answer #7 · answered by jenniferevans32 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
t6hen put bengay on or take tylonal
2006-10-19 10:58:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
i no i gotted punchde in thea arme and it feals like i gotted punchde.
2006-10-19 10:52:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋