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What Causes Swelling And Redness In The Arm After Receiving An Injection?

My 76 year old mother had a pneumonia shot 4 days ago and her arm is red, hot and swollen in a band type pattern from the site of the injection. It is a wide band about 3 or 4 inches wide and wraps around the top of her arm. She says it is throbbing. Should she go to ER?
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Hello,

It is an inflammation of a vein. And he needs to visit a primary physician. But don't massage or heat the part. You will get relief soon with medications.

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 Swelling And Redness In The Arm After Receiving An Injection?

Hello, It is an inflammation of a vein. And he needs to visit a primary physician. But don t massage or heat the part. You will get relief soon with medications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Varinder Joshi , General & Family Physician