Question 1

can a flu shot trigger a migraine and severe joint pain?

Accepted Answer

I dought it!: I have given many this year with not one reaction adversely. If your allergic to eggs the shot not indicated- have pcp look for other reasons for your complaints.

Question 2

i've been getting very severe joint pain after getting the flu shot.  i can't even move things sometimes. i get to the point of crying. extremely painful.?

Accepted Answer

Can happen!: It is uncommon, but painful joints and arthritis sx can occur after a flu shot.  Bear with it, because it is short lived. Low dose Prednisone (2.5-5mg) and nsaids should really improve your sx.  Please do not less this "bad" experience keep you from getting vaccinated in the future.

Question 3

i had a pneumonia and flu vaccine today and my arm is in severe pain i can't even move it it hurts so bad. is that normal i've never had one before?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Local muscle soreness and inflammation can be a side effect of immunizations. Applying ice & pain relievers such as tylenol (acetaminophen) or anti inflammatory such as Ibuprofen can improve symptoms. Of course if these symptom persist or worsen follow up with your doctor.

Question 4

usually get flu shot, arm usually hurts after. this year, shot in arm, some leaked out when needle withdrawn and no arm pain afterwards. does leaking mean vaccine not deep enough or not enough quantity of vaccine? should i have redone? thank you!

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May have another : If you suspect that you did not receive a full dose, it may be given again.

Question 5

i had this lump a week ago on my hip, it didn't hurt, it just itched. 2 days beforehand i had gotten flu vaccine, mmr, tetanus, and hepatitus b shots.

Accepted Answer

Lump: Lump may be due to the multiple vaccines you received. Use cool compresses to reduce the sewlling.

Question 6

can the flu linger for a month ? i had the flu shot and have been sick on and off every since i got it . joints have hurt since i got the shot as well

Accepted Answer

? A coincidence: It is really surprising how many people report flu-like symptoms after receiving influenza vaccine. While there may be mild, temporary symptoms, including joint pain, associated with developing your immune response to the flu, we don't believe individuals actually get the flu after a flu shot.Symptoms which have lasted a month should be attributed to a coincidental different viral illness. See doc

Question 7

i was curious whats the side effects of the 2021 flu vaccine and is there a chance youll get a fever of 100 or higher and how long will it last?

Accepted Answer

: True influenza virus can produce a fever of 100 F., and symptoms may persist for 7-10 days. If you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19, the symptoms are similar in milder forms of COVID -19.

Question 8

im asthmatic. i need a flu vaccine. with all this corona hype, how and where do i get it pls? i asked this question a few mins ago and was told yes u should definitely get a flu jab . thats staying the obvious. i want to know where and how.

Accepted Answer

Check local resource: You should check with your local public health department. They usually have a list of flu clinics. The answer previously asked you to also check with your physician and pharmacist. Please have a flu vaccination.

Question 9

how important is it to get the flu vaccine this year given the coronavirus pandemic? when is the best time of year to get the flu vaccine if you live in the u.s.a.?

Accepted Answer

It’s important: Remember all flu viruses are Corona viruses. Covid 19 may be more virulent but 100’s of thousands did each year from the flu.

I advise getting the vaccine...

Question 10

what are some vaccines that contain thermasol besides the flu shot?

Accepted Answer

Few if any: Thimerosal was removed from all routine childhood immunizations by 2002. It remains in multi-dose flu vaccine ( not single dose).

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Can a flu shot trigger a migraine and severe joint pain?

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I've been getting very severe joint pain after getting the flu shot. i can't even move things sometimes. i get to the point of crying. extremely painful.?

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I had a pneumonia and flu vaccine today and my arm is in severe pain i can't even move it it hurts so bad. is that normal i've never had one before?

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Usually get flu shot, arm usually hurts after. this year, shot in arm, some leaked out when needle withdrawn and no arm pain afterwards. does leaking mean vaccine not deep enough or not enough quantity of vaccine? should i have redone? thank you!

A member asked:

I had this lump a week ago on my hip, it didn't hurt, it just itched. 2 days beforehand i had gotten flu vaccine, mmr, tetanus, and hepatitus b shots.

A member asked:

Can the flu linger for a month ? i had the flu shot and have been sick on and off every since i got it . joints have hurt since i got the shot as well

A member asked:

I was curious whats the side effects of the 2021 flu vaccine and is there a chance youll get a fever of 100 or higher and how long will it last?

A member asked:

Im asthmatic. i need a flu vaccine. with all this corona hype, how and where do i get it pls? i asked this question a few mins ago and was told yes u should definitely get a flu jab . thats staying the obvious. i want to know where and how.

A member asked:

How important is it to get the flu vaccine this year given the coronavirus pandemic? when is the best time of year to get the flu vaccine if you live in the u.s.a.?

A member asked:

What are some vaccines that contain thermasol besides the flu shot?

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