when the flu shot is given properly, normally an "IM" shot (intramuscular) is sore/painful for about 3 to 5 days but with each progressive day, the muscle soreness gets better, or it should get better. Taking ibuprofen does help with the muscle achiness.
Additionally, the shot should've been given in the nondominant arm.
mistake on the part of the person who gave you the shot.
If there's continued pain after about 5 days to 7 days, then there maybe a problem?
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when the flu shot is given properly, normally an "IM" shot (intramuscular) is sore/painful for about 3 to 5 days but with each progressive day, the muscle soreness gets better, or it should get better. Taking ibuprofen does help with the muscle achiness.
Additionally, the shot should've been given in the nondominant arm.
mistake on the part of the person who gave you the shot.
If there's continued pain after about 5 days to 7 days, then there maybe a problem?
Katherine
November 4, 2011 - 6:27pmThis Comment
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