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What Causes Increased Pain In Arm After Hepatitis B Vaccination?
Question: I received a Hepatitus B vaccine 2 weeks ago and within 2 days after injection my arm from shoulder to elbow throbs and I get tingling in my fingers off and on. When will this go away? I can move my arm freely and no restrictive movements just pain and tingling. More so when at rest than active.
Brief Answer:
Possible nerve pinched. Continue with Hydrocodone.
Detailed Answer:
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From what you are describing, looks like it may not be connected with the vaccine. If the site of vaccination is red, swollen, painful then yes, you might have an infection from the injection and may need to use antibiotics...but this doesn't seem to be your case.
If the arm has only the signs you are describing, it may be that you have done a movement that have pinched the nerve, have injured a muscle, and it need up to 6 weeks to heal. If Hydrocodone is helping, then
Possible nerve pinched. Continue with Hydrocodone.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM,
From what you are describing, looks like it may not be connected with the vaccine. If the site of vaccination is red, swollen, painful then yes, you might have an infection from the injection and may need to use antibiotics...but this doesn't seem to be your case.
If the arm has only the signs you are describing, it may be that you have done a movement that have pinched the nerve, have injured a muscle, and it need up to 6 weeks to heal. If Hydrocodone is helping, then
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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