The most common side effects from the influenza shot are soreness, redness, tenderness or swelling where the shot was given. Low-grade fever, headache and muscle aches also may occur. Serious allergic reactions to flu vaccines are very rare. If they do occur, it is usually within a few minutes to a few hours after the vaccination.
Serious allergic reactions to flu vaccines are very rare. If they do occur, it is usually within a few minutes to a few hours after the vaccination.
Symptoms include:
hives
swelling
trouble breathing
fast heart rate
dizziness
weakness
If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away. If they’re severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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The most common side effects from the influenza shot are soreness, redness, tenderness or swelling where the shot was given. Low-grade fever, headache and muscle aches also may occur. Serious allergic reactions to flu vaccines are very rare. If they do occur, it is usually within a few minutes to a few hours after the vaccination.
Serious allergic reactions to flu vaccines are very rare. If they do occur, it is usually within a few minutes to a few hours after the vaccination.
Symptoms include:
hives
swelling
trouble breathing
fast heart rate
dizziness
weakness
If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away. If they’re severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
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