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What Causes Constant Soreness In The Arm After Receiving Pneumococcal Vaccine?
Question: I received a pneumonia vaccine a month ago, and my arm is still so sore, it is difficult to extend it. I have tried Tylenol, Advil and aspirin to alleviate the pain, but none of those seems to have any effect. Should I try cold or hot compresses next? And.., why is this happening? I have never had a problem with any vaccine before.
Brief Answer:
Known side effect
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but pneumonia vaccine is well known to cause the side effect of soreness at the site of injection and can even lead to immobilization of the adjacent joint in some patients . this will go away eventually. I would recommend cold compresses on the site of injection with the application of voltaren gel three times daily and nifedipine gel once before going to bed to improve the healing process. I hope I answered your question .if you don't have any other clarifications then please close the discussion.
Known side effect
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but pneumonia vaccine is well known to cause the side effect of soreness at the site of injection and can even lead to immobilization of the adjacent joint in some patients . this will go away eventually. I would recommend cold compresses on the site of injection with the application of voltaren gel three times daily and nifedipine gel once before going to bed to improve the healing process. I hope I answered your question .if you don't have any other clarifications then please close the discussion.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Are these gels you recommend OTC?
Brief Answer:
Voltaren gel is mostly an OTC only
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, voltaren gel in most countries is an otc medication but Nifedipine gel will require a prescription.
I hope you find this helpful
Regards
Voltaren gel is mostly an OTC only
Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, voltaren gel in most countries is an otc medication but Nifedipine gel will require a prescription.
I hope you find this helpful
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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