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What Causes Soreness Around A Tetanus Injection Site?
I got a tetanus shot on Thursday (late morning). I am feeling soreness at the injection site (which I understand is normal), but I have also been feeling aches throughout my body, have had mild headache and am lethargic. My symptoms are similar to the flu, but without a runny nose, coughing, chest congestion, etc. I do have some sinus congestion. How long can I expect this reaction to last?
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Dear flu-like symptoms after tetanus injection is common in few people.
fever, headache,body pain's, stomach upset , fatigue and tiredness are common symptoms. if your getting Fever>102F with vomiting means you can consult your physician immediately. usually these symptoms will reduce with in few days after vaccination.
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thank you for trusting HCM
Dear flu-like symptoms after tetanus injection is common in few people.
fever, headache,body pain's, stomach upset , fatigue and tiredness are common symptoms. if your getting Fever>102F with vomiting means you can consult your physician immediately. usually these symptoms will reduce with in few days after vaccination.
take care
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