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Is Sensitive Spot On Skin After Taking Pneumovax Injection A Concern?

I had a Pneumovax 23 injection a week ago. The area of the injection was sore for two days, and there were no other side effects. But I still occasionally feel the spot where I had the injection, although I can t see anything on my skin. Is this something I should be concerned about? I m 66.
Sat, 16 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to a normal side effect of the injection.

I suggest using anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation such as Ibuprofen.

I also recommend using cool compresses for relief.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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Is Sensitive Spot On Skin After Taking Pneumovax Injection A Concern?

Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to a normal side effect of the injection. I suggest using anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation such as Ibuprofen. I also recommend using cool compresses for relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician