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I just got a fluvirin influenza shot and i am stinging and itching in my arms and face. is this a reaction and will it go away?
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Yes and yes, however: Yes, this is likely an adverse reaction to the vaccine. While itching and redness near the injection site is common, reactions in distant areas like your face are signs of a systemic allergic reaction. Try Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and Vit. C. Based on this reaction I advise you to not get flu shots in the future, esp. since they have minimal benefits. See http://tinyurl.com/py6xtc8 & http://tinyurl.com/qcbvvoa
Answered 9/18/2015
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