I am also a physician who got my flu shot at Walgreens administered by a pharmacist. The shot hurt immediately and I had throbbing pain and decreased range of motion for days. It has been 3 weeks and although it is much better, I still have pain and limitations. I am surpirsed to see how many others have similar complaints. My shot was also high and perhaps into the joint. Next year, I will have the Flu Mist for sure. I agree that a child could not handle this pain. I will ensure that any future immunizations are given lower in the muscle.
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I am also a physician who got my flu shot at Walgreens administered by a pharmacist. The shot hurt immediately and I had throbbing pain and decreased range of motion for days. It has been 3 weeks and although it is much better, I still have pain and limitations. I am surpirsed to see how many others have similar complaints. My shot was also high and perhaps into the joint. Next year, I will have the Flu Mist for sure. I agree that a child could not handle this pain. I will ensure that any future immunizations are given lower in the muscle.
January 18, 2011 - 3:18pmThis Comment
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