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What Causes Hard, Red Blotchy Area That Itches After Tetanus Shot?

My son got a tetnus shot yesterday and he just showed me his arm where the shot was given. It is hot to the touch, has a red blotchy area and it is hard to the touch plus he says it itches. Do I need to bring him back to his physician? Is this something we should be concerned about? It just doesn t seem right.
Fri, 27 Apr 2018
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Hello,

See on the day, it may be bit tender, but if it stays for more than a day, then you should consult your physician again. Apply ice, do not massage that area and do not panic.

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

Regards,
Dr. Surajit Gorai
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What Causes Hard, Red Blotchy Area That Itches After Tetanus Shot?

Hello, See on the day, it may be bit tender, but if it stays for more than a day, then you should consult your physician again. Apply ice, do not massage that area and do not panic. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Surajit Gorai