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I had my flu shot the on the 2/4/20 and i feel awful. instantly felt dizzy, had to sit, my arm was stinging. felt like i needed to vomit. the chemist made me stay there for 20 mins. have had major anxiety as i have felt so ill. is this normal?

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Dr. David Debrota answered

Vasovagal reaction: Needle sticks, such as to draw blood or give immunizations, especially painful ones, occasionally produce what is called a vasovagal response or vasovagal reaction. This may involve anxiety, lightheadedness, and nausea such as you experienced. There are usually no lasting effects. Hopefully you now feel better.

Answered 4/4/2020

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A member asked:

I had my flu shot the on the 2/4/20 and i feel awful. instantly felt dizzy, had to sit, my arm was stinging. felt like i needed to vomit. the chemist made me stay there for 20 mins. have had major anxiety as i have felt so ill. is this normal?

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Dr. David Debrota answered

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