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Sore Arm After Taking Tetanus Injection. Suggested As Tendinitis. Is This Due To Tetanus Shot?

I got a tetanus shot a year ago. For some time my arm hurt right where I received the vaccine. It got better but bothered me from time to time. In the last month it has gotten really sore when I move it a certain way. My doctor says it is probably tendinitis and not related but it is sore right at the same spot. Is possible it is from the tetanus shot ? Will it get better on its own
Wed, 31 Jul 2013
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcaremagic.
No, It can not be due to Tetanus injection you received before 1 year.
Tendonitis is usually due to Repeated and awkward movements.
Sports person usually have tendinitis because of their repetitive movements.

It can be easily diagnosed by Physical examination. X-ray may show calcium deposits around tendon in affected area.

ultrasound and MRI are useful in defining the swelling of tendon sheath.

You may need bedrest, Painkillers like diclofenac and Physiotherapy

You may need corticosteroid if the pain is severe.
Shock wave therapy and Hot and cold compress are also helpful

Hope this helps.
Take care.
If any doubt, Kindly reply.
Regards,'Dr.Manjeth.
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Pediatrician,  Dr. Irshad H Naqvi's  Response
Hi Dear

Welcome to the platform of Health care magic

Tetanus shot itself is some time quite irritating to some person.

Many times people develop soar muscle, swelling, tenderness.

Tendinitis is possible with TT shots and also some times without TT also,

Some hot fomentation.
Anti inflammatory medicines
Some physiotherapy, all may help a lot for your problem.

But dear all will take some time.

Do not expect things resolving in a week.

Hope your query is answered.

Thanks
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Sore Arm After Taking Tetanus Injection. Suggested As Tendinitis. Is This Due To Tetanus Shot?

Hello, Welcome to Healthcaremagic. No, It can not be due to Tetanus injection you received before 1 year. Tendonitis is usually due to Repeated and awkward movements. Sports person usually have tendinitis because of their repetitive movements. It can be easily diagnosed by Physical examination. X-ray may show calcium deposits around tendon in affected area. ultrasound and MRI are useful in defining the swelling of tendon sheath. You may need bedrest, Painkillers like diclofenac and Physiotherapy You may need corticosteroid if the pain is severe. Shock wave therapy and Hot and cold compress are also helpful Hope this helps. Take care. If any doubt, Kindly reply. Regards, Dr.Manjeth.