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It depends. How much they hurt depends somewhat on how tense the muscle that the solution goes into is. If the muscle is completely relaxed, little to no pain may come of it; however, if the muscle is rock solid tense, it might hurt for approximately 5 seconds during the injection. Afterward, there may be soreness at the site of the injection or a generalized ache in your body for a few days.
Some other factors in whether a flu shot hurts are how sharp and how big the needle is, how fast the needle is inserted through the skin, and how fast the vaccine is injected. The sharper and smaller the needle is, the less it will hurt, the faster the needle is inserted the less it will hurt, and the slower the vaccine is pushed into the muscle, the less it will hurt. Also, if you will pinch yourself someplace away from where the shot is being given (or have someone else do it), it can make it so you don't feel the shot being given. However, you may still have some soreness later.
It is different for different people. Sometimes the actual injection pain is purely a mental anxiety. For some people who might be afraid of needles and shots, the injection can be somewhat painful, and then only hurt slightly for a very short time (minutes to hours) after the initial injection. For some other people, neither the injection is painful nor is there any post-injection pain. Unfortunately, for a few others, the injection is quite painful or the injection site could be sore for a few days after receiving the shot. If soreness or pain lasts more than a few days, contact your health care professional for advice.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 14y agoWell, that is a dumb question, it only hurts if you make it hurt.
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∙ 12y agoIve had them done before and the didn't hurt that much Its just a little prick at your arm...
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∙ 11y agoYes, they are one of the most painful experiences on the planet. It is so excruciating there is absolutely no shame if even a fully grown man where to cry while taking one.
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What is an allergy test?
Allergy tests indicate a person's allergic sensitivity to commonly encountered environmental substances
How much does allergy tests costs in the Philippines?
About 11,000php as of 2011.
Where are allergy related asthma treatments available?
Allergy related asthma treatments are usually available at your family doctors office. He may do some tests and give you a allergy prescription.
How does an allergy doctor determine what kind of allergy one has?
Allergists use a detailed history and a physical exam to determine the most likely cause of allergy symptoms. We use skin tests or blood tests to confirm the specific cause. Allergy skin tests are the gold standard, give us an immediate answer and are more cost effective than the blood tests. The blood tests are sometimes used when skin conditions or medications do not permit a valid skin test.
Are they testing for THC in an allergy test?
No, allergy tests look for immune responses and are sometimes accompanied by a CBC (complete blood count) test. Neither of these tests for THC, but it is a good idea to disclose to your doctor if you are using weed.
Does fake tan hurt your skin?
No not usually.Only if you have an allergy or have sensitive skin.
Why are allergy tests performed?
The particular allergens to which a person is sensitive can be determined through allergy testing.allergy testing may be done.to determine if an allergy is causing the condition or making it worse.may also be done before allergen desensitization.
What precautions are associated with allergy test?
While allergy tests are quite safe for most people, the possibility of a condition known as anaphylaxis exists.Provocation tests may cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, treatment medications should be available following the tests.if needed.
Scratch allergy test with allergenic extract CPT CODE?
allergy test the code is 95004- Percutaneous tests( scratch, puncture, prick) with allergenic extracts, immediate type reaction, including test interpretation and report by a physician, specify number of tests
How do you get a positive skin allergy test and a negative blood allergy test. I had food allergy tests and came back level 4 allergic for several foods and then the blood tests came back negative.?
If the site of the scratch test is compromised by a known allergen (say a sweater with animal dander touches the back or arm) it will produce a false positive.
What has the author Kjell Aas written?
Kjell Aas has written: 'The allergic child' -- subject(s): Allergy in children, Pediatric allergy 'The bronchial provocation test' -- subject(s): Asthma, Bronchial provocation tests, Diagnosis, Hypersensitivity, Respiratory allergy
Was Pete McBow the first man with a water allergy?
Yes, in 1992 he was diagnosed with a water allergy after he came home from his job (scuba diving explorer) with boils and spots over his skin. After several tests a columbian doctor diagnosed him with an allergy of water.
