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Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2015
Question: A week ago I had my flu shot (left arm). Was pleased there was no soreness however this morning I woke up with my upper left arm real sore and hard. I would decried it more like a XXXXXXX horse if that makes any sense. Can this be from the shot even tho its been a week?
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Answered by Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes it can be because of the shot

Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to health care magic.

Generally side reactions to vaccine shots can vary between days to weeks.

Instant side effects can be allergic reactions or fevers, and you are well over that period.

Intramuscular injections if mistakenly hit some nerve, usually the symptoms in such cases are seen in days which ranges from mild numbness, tingling, pain or damage to motor supply to muscle. This also seems less likely in your case.

However, if Intramuscular abcess or soft tissue inflammation is formed, it may take few days to expand and give pressure symptoms, alongwith pain and soreness which has likely happened in your case. The swelling can press on nearby nerves yo give the symptoms of nerve entrapment. Final verdict can be given in careful examination and ultrasound if needed in severe cases.

But rest assured, as most of these symptoms are reversible and settle with time. Using anti inflammatory drugs like acetaminophen or ibuprofen will help. If Temperature spikes are noted or swelling increases, antibiotics like augmentin or cephalosporins may be needed. Local massage or topical application with diclofenac emulgels may help to reduce soreness and inflammation.

Hoping you a speedy recovery. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask otherwise kindly close the discussion. Regards.


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina
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Follow up: Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (13 hours later)
Thank you so much. For some reason I couldn't get this open yesterday so I really appreciate your email today.
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Answered by Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (14 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You can find the last answer in the history of the coversation

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the appreciation! Does that mean that you read the answer today or you want me to resend it? If you want to review the answer again, you can see in conversation history. If not, feel free to ask your concerns. Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Soreness In The Arm

Brief Answer: Yes it can be because of the shot Detailed Answer: Hi! Welcome to health care magic. Generally side reactions to vaccine shots can vary between days to weeks. Instant side effects can be allergic reactions or fevers, and you are well over that period. Intramuscular injections if mistakenly hit some nerve, usually the symptoms in such cases are seen in days which ranges from mild numbness, tingling, pain or damage to motor supply to muscle. This also seems less likely in your case. However, if Intramuscular abcess or soft tissue inflammation is formed, it may take few days to expand and give pressure symptoms, alongwith pain and soreness which has likely happened in your case. The swelling can press on nearby nerves yo give the symptoms of nerve entrapment. Final verdict can be given in careful examination and ultrasound if needed in severe cases. But rest assured, as most of these symptoms are reversible and settle with time. Using anti inflammatory drugs like acetaminophen or ibuprofen will help. If Temperature spikes are noted or swelling increases, antibiotics like augmentin or cephalosporins may be needed. Local massage or topical application with diclofenac emulgels may help to reduce soreness and inflammation. Hoping you a speedy recovery. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask otherwise kindly close the discussion. Regards.