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Received a pneumonia shot 3 days ago the area where i received the shot is red and swollen but now has spread down to my elbow should i be looked at ?
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Yes: Looks like you have cellulitis , you should be seen.
Answered 11/28/2013
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Immediately see DR: Yes- what describe should be seen immediately by a doctor. If its an expanding infection, you would need immediate antibiotics. Please see dr immediately or go to nearest er as soon as possible.
Answered 12/9/2013
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