In most cases, getting an HPV vaccine is a walk in the park. Millions of preteens, teenagers, and young adults have been vaccinated against the human papillomavirus.
Overall, HPV vaccines are very safe, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The benefits of HPV vaccination outweigh the potential adverse reactions.
Many people have mild side effects, such as a sore arm or fever, that only last a day or two.
However, on occasion, some may faint (vasovagal syncope), experience extreme shoulder pain, or suffer an allergic reaction (anaphylactic shock). These serious side effects of the HPV vaccine are recognized by the Department of Health and Human Services. Victims may be eligible for compensation from the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP).
If you or someone you love has experienced a severe adverse side effect after the HPV vaccine, our vaccine injury attorneys are here to help you. You may be eligible to file an HPV vaccine claim in the VICP.
Give us a call today, and one of our team members will be available to speak to you about your next steps: (312) 578-9501.
Otherwise, keep reading to learn more about different HPV vaccine injuries, as well as how to determine whether you’re eligible for compensation from an HPV vaccine lawsuit in the VICP.
Do You Have an HPV Vaccine Injury?: What to Know
In very rare cases, a patient who receives the HPV vaccine can experience a number of serious reactions. The government has acknowledged some of these conditions as caused by the HPV shot.
People who have experienced such side effects may be eligible to receive compensation from a federal fund.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is associated with shoulder injuries related to vaccine administration, vasovagal syncope, and anaphylaxis. Keep reading to learn more about each of these conditions
SIRVA from an HPV Shot
If your arm pain after an HPV vaccine isn’t going away, you may have SIRVA, which stands for Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration.
SIRVA can happen when the HPV vaccine is administered either too high up on the shoulder or too deep into the muscle. In turn, this misplaced injection may cause tendons, ligaments, and muscles in the shoulder to become inflamed and swollen, causing pain and discomfort to the affected area.
If you have SIRVA from an HPV vaccine, you’ll experience the following symptoms:
- Shoulder pain within 48 hours after the vaccine administration.
- Reduced range of motion.
- Arm pain.
- Shoulder inflammation.
Patients with SIRVA may be diagnosed with conditions like frozen shoulder syndrome, shoulder tendonitis, shoulder bursitis, rotator cuff tear, or shoulder impingement syndrome.
If you suspect you have SIRVA, we recommend that you see your doctor as soon as possible. Shoulder injuries from vaccines may require physical therapy, steroid shots, and other treatments in order to heal properly.
We’ve written a number of blogs on these which you can find here.
Fainting After an HPV Vaccine
People can suddenly faint following an HPV vaccination. However, it’s very rare.
Fainting after a vaccine isn’t dangerous itself. What makes it dangerous is if the patient is standing at the time of the fainting episode and sustains an injury.
Symptoms of vasovagal syncope include:
- Nausea.
- Lightheadedness.
- Being cold to the touch
The Dangers of Anphalytic Shock from an HPV Vaccination
When getting any vaccine, there’s always a risk that you could experience a severe allergic reaction. This is known as anaphylaxis, or anaphylactic shock.
Here are a few signs to watch for:
- Wheezing or trouble breathing.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Dizziness or fainting.
- A weak and rapid pulse.
Anyone who has anaphylactic shock should go to the nearest hospital or medical treatment facility. It can be deadly if not treated quickly.
Filing an HPV Vaccine Injury Lawsuit in the VICP
As stated earlier, the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program was created to help vaccine side effect victims get the help and compensation they deserve.
To be eligible for compensation from the VICP, you must meet the following criteria:
- You received a program-covered vaccine in the United States. HPV is a covered vaccine.
- Your symptoms from the HPV vaccination lasted more than 6 months.
- You must file a petition within three years from the date of the onset of your symptoms.
If you meet these criteria, you may be eligible to file a claim in the VICP. When you file a claim and the government concedes the vaccine caused your injury, you may be eligible to receive compensation for any out-of-pocket medical expenses, past and future lost wages, and pain and suffering (up to $250,000).
Injured By An HPV Vaccine? Contact A Vaccine Injury Attorney Today
If you or a loved one has suffered from an HPV vaccine injury in the last three years, you may be eligible for compensation from the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
Please call us at 312-578-9501 to learn more. You can also contact us by filling out the form on this page. Our consultations are always free, and our experienced team of vaccine injury attorneys can help represent anyone in the United States.
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