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Two days after my flu shot, my arm started aching. Six weeks later, and my arm still hurts. Should I call my doctor?

Related Topics: Flu, Arm, Injection, Pain
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Assuming you did not strain or injure your arm, I feel that it is related soley to your flu shot, I think it important to address this issue with your doctor. Sometimes, the needle used for the injection can cause a hematoma -- a pocket of blood at the injection site. This can cause an sterile abscess or even an abscess that is secondarily infected. Get it checked out.

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