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What Causes Leg Pain After A Flu Shot?

I have been experiencing leg pain, soreness and stiffness in my right calf for about a week closer to 2 weeks. It began after taking my annual flu shot as soreness in the bend of the leg, then stopped. After a few more days the calf began to get sore and unable to stretch as much as usual. Now it s begun to swell and has pain when I put pressure on it or walk most of the time. It gets worst after sitting too long. What are the possible causes?
Wed, 13 Mar 2019
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Hello,

It may be myositis ie inflammation of muscles which may happen after a flu vaccine. Please undergo orthopedic evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician
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What Causes Leg Pain After A Flu Shot?

Hello, It may be myositis ie inflammation of muscles which may happen after a flu vaccine. Please undergo orthopedic evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician