It is not uncommon to have pain at the site of a vaccine.
A warm compress may help with the soreness, Moving the arm may also help to alleviate the residual stiffness. Your doctor may have mentioned it's OK to take a non-aspirin pain reliever (acetaminophen, or ibuprofen); if they didn't you can call their office to verify what they recommend for treating pain after vaccinations.
Here is the information sheet you should have received when you got the shot. #6 on it explains when to call the doctor (severe reactions): Hepatitis B Vaccine Information
Good luck and hope you are feeling better soon.
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It is not uncommon to have pain at the site of a vaccine.
November 12, 2010 - 1:46pmA warm compress may help with the soreness, Moving the arm may also help to alleviate the residual stiffness. Your doctor may have mentioned it's OK to take a non-aspirin pain reliever (acetaminophen, or ibuprofen); if they didn't you can call their office to verify what they recommend for treating pain after vaccinations.
Here is the information sheet you should have received when you got the shot. #6 on it explains when to call the doctor (severe reactions):
Hepatitis B Vaccine Information
Good luck and hope you are feeling better soon.
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