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What are side effects and negative reactions after a vaccine shot?

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Dr. Mika Hiramatsu answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

It depends: It depends on the shot. Most commonly, some pain at the site of injection. You can look up detailed information on side effects for all U.S. Available vaccines at www.Immunize.Org.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

What are side effects and negative reactions after a vaccine shot?

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Dr. Mika Hiramatsu answered

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