What Causes Neck Soreness And Rash In Head After Shingles Vaccination?

Posted on Mon, 24 Aug 2015

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Mon, 24 Aug 2015 Answered on

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Question : I recently got a shingles vaccine shot at my local CVS pharmacy. Today I noticed some soreness in my neck and a rash on my head. Is this a side affect from the vaccine?

Answered by Dr. Arun (39 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
yes possible

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Based on the symptoms you described it looks like a reaction to the vaccine.
Notify your pharmacy for further investigation
You need to take antihistamines like allegra to control rash.
If it gets worse consult your doctor again.
Wishing yyou good health.
Regards
Dr Arun

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