Does tt injection cause fever?
I recently got a TT injection after a minor injury. My body feels a bit warm now and I'm wondering if it's normal to develop a slight fever after this shot. Should I be concerned?
5 answers
5 months ago
Most liked
I was researching this because my cousin had to get a TT shot after a minor scratch. Apparently, a mild fever and some pain at the injection site are completely normal immune responses. It usually goes away in a day or two.
5 months ago
Don't worry at all! I got a TT shot last year and panicked when my temperature hit 100 degrees that night. But my doctor said it is a very common reaction, and it went back to normal by the next afternoon.
5 months ago
I have taken many tetanus shots over my lifetime whenever I got hurt on the farm. A light fever and arm heaviness always happen for a day. Just take some rest, it is nothing to worry about and means the medicine is working.
Powered by
Consult a internal medicine specialist
yrs exp
5 months ago
Getting a mild fever after the injection is normal, dear. Just place a cool damp cloth on your forehead and rest. If the arm hurts, a cold compress helps, but do not rub the area too hard.
5 months ago
Yes, a low-grade fever is a documented side effect of the Tetanus Toxoid vaccine. However, if the fever persists past 48 hours or is accompanied by severe swelling or difficulty breathing, please consult your doctor immediately.