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My son got immunization shots in each arm and now his whole arm is swollen.is that normal?
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See below: Can be, depending on the immunization. I occasionally see a lot of arm swelling, after kids receive their 4th and 5th dtap.
Answered 8/25/2012
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Yes: Yes, it happens.Occasionally the shot can cause local irritation. I find that heat applied helps, altho some suggest the opposite, ice.Either way, while annoying, not serious.This should not prevent immunizations.
Answered 11/3/2012
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