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What are the side effects of flu shots?

Side effects of the shot may include:

  • Sore, red, or swollen injection site
  • Low-grade fever for a few days afterward
  • Muscle aches

Side effects of the nasal spray in children:

  • Runny nose
  • Wheezing
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Muscle aches
  • Fever

Side effects of the nasal spray in adults:

  • Runny nose
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
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