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What should I do if my armpit hurts after a flu shot?

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I'm going to answer this from my experience for decades with annual flu shots and what I believe as an RN, but I'm not a doctor. A few things to think about after a flu shot. Move your arm around, don't keep it still. read more

Soreness in your arm after getting a flu vaccine typically lasts no longer than one or two days. The pain and inflammation is your body's natural response to a foreign invader. It's a sign that your immune system is making antibodies, which is what offers you the protection from getting the actual virus. read more

If you do, move your upper arm around a bit after the injection. You can apply a cool cloth or an icepack over a towel without direct contact with your arm, after the injection. This will help reduce inflammation, and probably discomfort. read more

No it does not. Even though it can cause pain at the site of injection in some people but it does not cause pain in the armpit. read more

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