Does a tb shot hurt?
I have to get a TB shot soon for my visa application, and I'm a bit nervous about needles. Is the TB shot known to be particularly painful, or is it just like any other injection?
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4 months ago
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A tiny injection pinch is absolutely nothing compared to the pain of ignoring health steps. I once ignored a cough that turned out to be serious, so please just get the shot done if the doctor recommended it. It's a quick sting but saves your life.
7 months ago
It hurts a little bit, like a normal vaccine pinch, but the soreness goes away in a day.
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7 months ago
Honestly, it just feels like a sharp ant bite for a second! Treat yourself to a nice cold cold-coffee or a hot samosa right after, and you won't even remember the pain. It's totally manageable.
6 months ago
Don't listen to exaggerated stories online about injection pain. It's a standard intradermal shot that causes a tiny local bump which is completely normal. Consult your clinic doctor if you have genuine concerns about the vaccine.
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