The CDC website lists the side effects of a flu shot as:
- Soreness, redness, or swelling where the shot was given
- Fever (low grade)
- Aches
I was given a flu shot last Friday at my doctor’s office (having never received one before.) About fifteen minutes after the injection I became nauseated. Every day since then, including today, I have had nausea that persists, almost to the point of being never-ending. I am not certain that the flu shot caused this, as I am on other medication. However, none of my medication is new, and I have not had uncomfortable side effects like this before with them. I am also experiencing soreness at the injection site (feels like I’ve been punched there). I’m not sure how common this is with people who receive flu shots, or if it is a side effect of it, but it is keeping me from being able to do my normal, everyday activities. I have been laying down a lot, and small tasks have become very stressful. I will talk with my doctor if this persists, but hopefully it will be a passing problem.
Source: http://www.cdc.gov/FLU/protect/keyfacts.htm
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