Allergy Injections

I kept reacting to the injections with big lumps and getting red all over my body, so they had to split up what I was allergic to into two different vials. So for each dose, I got an injection in each arm, each containing half the allergens. That worked. I got shots for about 16 years. They helped some... then I developed more and more allergies and had hives for 8 years and got asthma and was on 6 different medications :-( but then we learned about gut health and food sensitivities. I'm down to 1.5 medications and no shots, but cannot say I'm "all better" just "better than I was."

My son gets injections. His have only swollen more than "usual" probably once. But it wasn't golf ball sized. Normal for him is some redness and itching, that is pretty much non-existent within an hour or so after getting the shots. Sometimes the redness or very slight swelling sticks around for several hours, but the itching is gone fairly quickly.

Only once was it still quite noticeable 6-8 hours later. Nothing came of it, but I did mention it to his doctor's office before his next injections. And I recommend you do the same. Always tell your doctor's office about any side effects before your next injections. They may want to adjust the dosage on them. Sometimes they can take you "up" a bit too fast... so just let them know before the next shots.

If you are really concerned about the reaction, call them now and talk to them. If you have any dizziness, or lightheadedness, or trouble breathing---that requires immediate attention. The dizziness/lightheadedness can indicate a drop in blood pressure, which is telltale of anaphylactic shock from an allergic reaction and things can get dangerous really quickly.

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I get allergy shots every 2 weeks. I've been getting them over 20 years. I get reactions but nothing that large. The nurse that gives the shots always ask how I did and make sure the dosage is good. I'm sorry you had that big of a reaction to the shots. I would think they would back up the dosage a vile or two. Hope your doing better today.

I often get a huge red spot from my allergy shots that is hard and warm to the touch. The red area on my arm can be hardly noticeable, or as large as 2 inches wide and 7 inches long. I tell them if the spot was bigger than a quarter and for how long, and they adjust the dose next time. I take zyrtec the night before, but after I recently had a bad reaction(my face turned bright red), they've told me to also take benadryl in the morning before I come in for the shot. They put benadryl spray on the site immediately which helps some.

The tingling in your fingers & toes sounds like a worse reaction because it's not just around where the shot was.

I've been getting injections for about six years. Now that I only go every 4 to 6 weeks the dose is bigger and sometimes I get a welt, but it's not usually any larger than a quarter. I would call the doctor. Couldn't hurt. That's what they're there for. Better to be safe than sorry.

I used to give allergy injections. As long as you are not having any itching or swelling in your throat, not too much to worry about. Make sure you tell them when you go in for your next shot. They will most likely keep you at the same dose again or even go down a dose and see how that goes. Some people can nnot make it to their highest dose. Keep taking the benadryl as needed. Put ice on the injection site as well. You should call your doctor in the morning and let them know so they can chart it.
HTH

I have been getting allergy injections for 3 yrs now and I have never had any swell that much. Normally if I have a reaction it is just a small bump (the size of a pimple) and it itches and gets red. I would call the doctor and see what they recommend. You may need a steroid to stop the reaction if it doesn't go away soon.

I don't remember getting swelling that large! Maybe it's because it's been a month versus a week? But definitely worth bringing to the doctor's attention!

After nearly two years of allergy injections I gave up. I had three anaphalactic (sp?) reactions. Even though they cut the doses in half after the first two, it was just like my body still didn't want it. It was exhausting and scary to have those reactions. The last time, the doctor was from another country and couldn't understand that I wasn't stung by a bee but I NEEDED epinephrine! He kept questioning me as my throat swelled shut more and more, until finally my nurse essentially broke rank and insisted they give me the meds NOW! Honestly, my allergies got better after I had surgery to fix my deviated septum!