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Yesterday got flu vaccine & pertussis booster. today woke up sore all over. possible side effect or unrelated? no known other reason why i'd be sore.
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Side effect: Report to FDA and take naproxen; you may ask your pcp for a week's worth of a leucotriene inhibitor to help stop the severe inflammatory response (like Singilair),
Answered 9/23/2015
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Reaction to vaccines: Yes you can get body ache & flu like symptoms after receiving vaccines particularly the flu vaccine, take tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen, get some rest & drink plenty of fluids. Feel better.
Answered 10/8/2015
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