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I got a tetanus shot one week ago and my arm is still very sore. is this normal and what can i do to help the soreness?
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Normal: Local reaction to vaccination. Warm compress will help to resolve. Nsaids (aspirin, aleve, (naproxen) advil, ibuprofen) may help.
Answered 9/25/2020
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