Can the flu shot cause edema?
Can the flu shot cause edema?
Most people have little or no reaction to the flu shot and the most common side effect is some discomfort in your arm hours after receiving the vaccination, including soreness, redness and/or swelling.
When should you seek medical attention after a flu shot?
“A very small percentage of people can have a true allergic reaction to the vaccine, including chest tightness, difficulty breathing, wheezing, facial or throat swelling and redness of the eyes,” Teague says. If you experience these symptoms, you should seek medical attention immediately.
Why do you swell after injection?
After an injection, swelling and irritation (inflammation) can occur at the site where the needle entered the skin. This is a reaction to the needle or to the medicine that was injected. Or it may be a reaction to both. The reaction may happen right away.
What happens if you give a flu shot too high?
When the injection is given too high or too deep in this muscle, the needle can hit bone or puncture the fluid-filled sac called the bursa, which protects the tendons in the shoulder. When this happens, the bursa, tendons and ligaments can become inflamed.
How long does it take for the swelling to go down?
Most swelling treatment can be done at home. The vast majority of injuries will heal and the swelling will dissipate after a few days. If you have prolonged swelling or if it gets gradually worse instead of better, see a doctor.
Can your arm hurt 2 weeks after a flu shot?
Having a sore arm after getting the flu shot is very normal. The soreness or discomfort typically goes away after a few days.
What helps swelling from flu shot?
Try cold and warm compresses. Ice the area after the flu shot to reduce any swelling. After one or two days, try a warm compress to help relax the muscle and get the blood flow moving.
Is it normal for your arm to swell after a vaccine?
When you receive a vaccination, your lymph nodes are activated to produce white blood cells, which fight off infection. This causes the lymph nodes to swell and, possibly, to become noticeable to the touch. This swelling normally goes away a few weeks after receiving the vaccine.
