A member asked:

I got the flu and prevnar13 shots 6 days ago. i was tired and achy. now there is a red splotch under the injection site. it isn't itchy, but with the aches i am concerned. i only have a latex allergy but the person giving the shot did not use latex?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Vaccine reaction: It is more likely to be a vaccine reaction. A virtual consult is available from Healthtap. If there is no itching, a latex allergic reaction is less likely.

Answered 10/3/2020

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