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Bit By A Bat, Painful Joints, Tiredness. Taken Rabies Shots. Continue Shots?
I was bit by a bat last Monday and had the first 7 shots then and then next rabies vac. last wed and now had another rabies shot Monday and I am SO VERY achy in my joints. Very tired......anything I can do? I go again next Monday and my last shot will be Mon. Sept 9th. The bat came back Negative but since it bit and drew blood they wanted me to continue with the shots. thanks
Symptoms of joint aches, tiredsomeness, fatigue, general body discomfort etc are the side effects of rabies vaccine. These side effects differ in intensity from person to person. These are usually self limiting.
If you are concerned, please consult your treating physician for further action.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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Bit By A Bat, Painful Joints, Tiredness. Taken Rabies Shots. Continue Shots?
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. Symptoms of joint aches, tiredsomeness, fatigue, general body discomfort etc are the side effects of rabies vaccine. These side effects differ in intensity from person to person. These are usually self limiting. If you are concerned, please consult your treating physician for further action. Hope this information is helpful. Good day