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A member asked:

I recieved a tetanus booster 7 days ago and today i noticed increased pain/tenderness and swelling at the injection site. is this normal?

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Well...: This can be a normal reaction... If it persist for a couple more days consult your Dr. and be examined. No need to panic

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/9/2014

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