I got a flu shot on Thursday morning, and today (Saturday) the area where I received the injection is still noticeably swollen and painful (feels like a bruise). I have never had a flu shot before, so I don't know if this is normal or I should go back to the health center Monday to get this checked out. Anyone who's had this happen/is a medical professional and wants to weigh in, I'd really appreciate your input. Thanks!
2007-10-27 10:01:17 · 7 answers · asked by Cat Loves Her Sabres 6 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Yep, this is normal. Flu immunization sites can be swollen, bruised, and itchy for several days. You can also have fever, muscle aches, and malaise (feeling blah). This doesn't mean you've caught the flu from the vaccination. This means your body is producing antibodies in reaction to the vaccination.
A true influenza vaccination "reaction" would include allergy-type reactions in people sensitive to eggs, since the vaccine is cultured in eggs. There are also a number of other, very rare, reactions possible, but yours is common and annoying but harmless.
Keep the area clean and try cool or cold moist packs to reduce the discomfort.
My flu shot was 2 weeks ago and it's still a little tender!
2007-10-27 11:59:23 · answer #1 · answered by july 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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I got a flu shot on Thursday morning, and today (Saturday) the area where I received the injection is still noticeably swollen and painful (feels like a bruise). I have never had a flu shot before, so I don't know if this is normal or I should go back to the health center Monday to get this...
2015-08-10 05:57:44 · answer #2 · answered by Otes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The swelling and discomfort is not unusual and will subside, shortly. Don't favor your affected arm by not using it, rather do use it as much as you normally do. The swelling and discomfort is due to the vaccine being injected deeply into the muscle, and the muscle didn't much care for the temporary company.
By using the arm muscle as you normally do, you'll help it work out the soreness and swelling. Just don't over exert the muscle (no lifting weights, push ups, etc.). If it really starts bothering you put an ice-pack to the area for 5 to 10 minutes every one to two hours as needed.
P.S. From what you've said/posted there is no sign/sx of infection. Also, DO NOT apply heat to the injection site. Use ice.
2007-10-27 10:12:32 · answer #3 · answered by Wendy G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, this has happened to me. You need to exercise that arm and that muscle in particular, massage it regularly, and put a heat pack on if you think that would help.
Now if it sits there and forms a big bump on your arm, with a yellow head in the center, you need to see your dr. This serum did not absorb through your body, just sat there and got infected.
Take care.
TX Mom
2007-10-27 10:10:21 · answer #4 · answered by TX Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-26 00:10:01 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was worried about the same thing, got mine friday come saturday i had a large bruise. They tell me it is normal and might have pain. try alternating heat and cold pressure to the area, it iwll help with swelling and hopefully relive some pain
2007-10-29 05:55:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dear i am a doc so listen..calm down it is all simple and no big deal.its reaction and side effect is minimal.if this bruses bother u .plz 1st use cold sponging to the area..2nd take tylenole tab and u will b fine.this need few days to resolve finaly...any time
2007-10-27 10:40:55 · answer #7 · answered by bldysurgeon 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋