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Pneumonia Vaccine

Discussion in 'Other Discussions' started by JonC, Mar 16, 2018.

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  1. JonC

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    Ok....quick question if you had one -

    I got the vaccine. No problems. And then a week later it itched at the injection site, a knot came up and it was warm. This morning every thing was fine.

    Is this common?
     
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    I had it last year. I didn't have those symptoms, but I just looked up the side effects of this shot and it did say a lump and warmth among other things. I didn't see itching. But itching stands to reason if a knot appeared and there was fever at the injection site.
     
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    Not uncommon.
    The needle probably hit a small blood vessel causing a small hematoma.
    Warmth and itching is a common reaction to the internal bruise.
    If it continues for more than a week or if your temperature spikes notify your doc.

    Rob
     
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    Thanks. I wondered because it was a week later, but looking around it seems this happens sometimes.
     
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    A hot compress will help after a vaccine. I've had that happen sometimes with a vaccine - it just really depends on where it hits. Just remember that is WAY better than getting the illness you are being inoculated against!
     
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