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A member asked:

Is one of the side effects of pneumonia shot a sore arm for months?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

No: This needs to be seen and evaluated by a doctor. Something is very wrong and needs correction.

Dr Minich and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/8/2015

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