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What Causes Swelling And Inflammation On The Arm?

I had a pnemonia vaccine shot on Thurs (the every 5 year one) and my arm is red and swollen all the way Past my elbow halfway to my wrist. The injection site is not too sore anymore. I ve never had a bad reaction to a vaccine before. I m 65. Thanks.
Tue, 20 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Cause is hypersensitivity to the vaccine giving rise to tissue reaction in form of swelling and inflammation of the arm. In concern with past history of bad reaction, I suggest to discuss the issue with treating doctor before taking next dose.

Current recommendations:
• Apply ice over the affected part 3 to 4 times a day
• Keep the affected arm elevated till possible with arm sling support
• Keep fingers, wrist moving even in arm sling for peripheral circulations
• Avoid weight lifting through that hand
• Keep your blood sugar, BP under control
• Need of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory molecules has to be decided by physical examination only

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

Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel
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What Causes Swelling And Inflammation On The Arm?

Hello, Cause is hypersensitivity to the vaccine giving rise to tissue reaction in form of swelling and inflammation of the arm. In concern with past history of bad reaction, I suggest to discuss the issue with treating doctor before taking next dose. Current recommendations: • Apply ice over the affected part 3 to 4 times a day • Keep the affected arm elevated till possible with arm sling support • Keep fingers, wrist moving even in arm sling for peripheral circulations • Avoid weight lifting through that hand • Keep your blood sugar, BP under control • Need of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory molecules has to be decided by physical examination only Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Purva Patel