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Shoulder pain – This is the most common post-vaccination reaction that occurs after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Where does this pain come from? Is it good that he shows up? We explain below.
- Arm pain is a common discomfort after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine
- Many people who have experienced this symptom wonder where this pain comes from? What’s going on in our arm?
- Experts explain that pain has several sources. One is tissue damage during injection
- However, it is worth knowing that this is a temporary symptom. Here are some ways to soothe a sore arm
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Vaccines used to fight the coronavirus can cause a variety of vaccine reactions and temporary discomfort. Patients most often complain of pain in the injection arm. Why is this happening? Contrary to appearances, it is quite a complex issue.
The most common side effects of the vaccine
Contrary to appearances, most side effects are a good sign. A pain in your arm, a raised temperature or a feeling of coldness – this tells you that your body is building up your immune system and is “learning” how to fight the virus. The most common reactions of the body to vaccinations include:
- Pain, redness, or swelling in the arm where you were pinched.
- Fatigue
- Headaches and muscle aches
- Dreszcze
- Fever
- Vomiting
These inconveniences can affect your mood or taking up daily activities and usually increase with the second dose of the vaccine. However, they only last a few days and the acquired immunity remains for a long time.
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Arm pain
The coronavirus vaccine is administered intramuscularly. It is recommended to make an injection into the largest muscle, the so-called shoulder. It is responsible for the movements of the arm in any direction. Stabbing in such a place can cause temporary inflammation. The needle damages the tissue punctually.
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Pain can also be caused by the body itself. The components responsible for the immunity of white blood cells include, among others macrophages, T cells and B cells. They are responsible for destroying hostile viruses, producing antibodies and destroying infected cells.
– Human body after vaccination is a small battlefield, where white blood cells and vaccine are at war. The effect of their abrasion is resistance – notes Prof. Aline Holmes from Rutgers University School of Nursing.
The immunization process usually takes several days, which can temporarily deteriorate your mood and cause weakness. It takes time for the muscles to heal from the puncture wound.
How can I minimize post-vaccination pain?
- Move your arm normally after the injection. Moving the aching arm, bones and muscles intensifies blood flow, reduces the feeling of pain.
- Apply a cold compress. Covering the vaccination site with a cool, clean towel will help reduce inflammation. It works in a similar way to ice packing a twisted ankle.
- Use the injection arm. It can be difficult, but stretching your muscles and joints will help minimize or rule out pain.
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