Im asthmatic and had 2 have my second flu jab. Whenever i move my arm its really painful. Is this normal or do i need to see my doctor?
2007-11-12 06:47:46 · 7 answers · asked by Jessica Smartypants 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
Normal along with some swelling and bruising.
These should only last 5/7 days, mine did. And you may even get Flu like systems for a few days.
If you do, play on it, a few days off work, lying in bed with your favourite book/magazines while your other half waits on you day & night. (You wished)
2007-11-12 06:55:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well being asthmatic you need to have this protection. I dont think it is anyathing to worry about as some people do suffer a minor reaction and redness around the ssite. If in doubt check with the nurse practitioner or a doctor for more advice. Dont worry i am sure it is normal.
2007-11-12 14:59:03 · answer #2 · answered by tigerella 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Flu Vaccination is one of the simplest and most effective ways for individuals and companies to protect their health! Well-organized flu vaccination programmes are also a key part of preparing for a possible future flu pandemic.
The influenza vaccine or flu shot is a vaccine to protect against the highly variable influenza virus.
The annual flu kills an estimated 36,000 people in the United States. The annually updated trivalent flu vaccine for the 2007–2008 season consists of hemagglutinin (HA) surface glycoprotein components from influenza H3N2, H1N1, and B influenza viruses.[1]
Each year the influenza virus changes and different strains become dominant. Due to the high mutability of the virus a particular vaccine formulation usually only works for about a year. The World Health Organization coordinates the contents of the vaccine each year to contain the most likely strains of the virus to attack the next year. The flu vaccine is usually recommended for anyone in a high-risk group who would be likely to suffer complications from influenza.
2007-11-12 15:02:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The same thing happens to me every year. It's doubtful that there's anything to really worry about, but if you are concerned, have a word with your doctor.
2007-11-12 18:38:33 · answer #4 · answered by micksmixxx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is normal it maybe tender for a little while, because it is shot in a muscle in your arm have no fear, using warm water on a towel should help with this problem.
2007-11-12 15:19:08 · answer #5 · answered by crlwlks 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is better if you go to your doctor and make sure . If it was today you got the jab it will be sore for a few hours
2007-11-12 14:53:17 · answer #6 · answered by David K 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I would, just as a precaution. Never had a reaction to mine.
2007-11-12 14:52:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋