Suggest Treatment For Itchy Hands And Diarrhea After Flu Shot

Posted on Sun, 2 Nov 2014

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Question : A few days ago I had a flu shot. That night I developed a fever which was gone the next day. One day later I developed itchy hands and the next day a severe case of diarrhea. No further fever. The itchy hands persist. What could this be?
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Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Mild allergic Respone to flushot

Detailed Answer:
Hello Madam.

I understand your query and concern.
This is a minor allergic/hypersensitive response to the flu vaccine antigens ,particularly seen in few susceptible elderly individuals.

This is a benign condition and would settle on its own in 49-72 hrs.

You currently seem to be on excellent treatment with Immodium and cortisone.

The diarrhoea would resolve on itself.Adequate hydration is all that is needed.

You can continue these drugs until the symptoms resolve.

Post your further queries,if any.
Thank you.

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