Flu Jab Side Effects

[Shanks_21]

Had my flu jab on Monday, first time I’ve ever had it as I don’t normally bother with it but cos I’m pregnant midwife told me I needed it. Just been sat talking to a colleague at work and she pointed out my arm at the injection site is all red swollen is this normal? It’s not painful or itching had she not pointed it out I wouldn’t have even known x

[Crazymrsrees79]

Hiya, I work in a pharmacy and it’s normal for it to be red for a few days. As long as it’s not bothering you then you’ll be fine. It should go very soon. I had mine done also, it’s worth it x

[Rubidge]

Hello, i had my flu jab the other day as well mine didn't go red or swollen just bruised but im sure she said when i was in there it could go red, hot and a bit swollen. If you are worried just call the GP and double check but im sure its normal x

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Shanks_21. That's a normal reaction, so no worries. I'm pleased you've had it though. Diane

[Shanks_21]

Thank you girls that’s a great help x

[Amanda86]

I've got mines on Tuesday. Glad to see this so I'll know not to be worried if I get any these side effects. It's not something I normally have done either xxx

[Shannon1400]

I had exactly the same when I had it a few years ago. It will go down x

[Shanks_21 in reply to Shannon1400]

Thanks lovely x

[Hormomalmess]

I had my flu jab a few weeks ago and had a bit of a bump at the site but went after a couple of days xx