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Andrea McCarthy1, Barry O'Neill2
1Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, IRL.
Cureus
|December 25, 2023
Summary
COVID-19 vaccines can cause neuritis and neuropathy, affecting nerves like the axillary nerve. This report details a case of axillary nerve symptoms post-vaccination and the patient
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Immunology
- Vaccinology
Background:
- The global COVID-19 pandemic necessitated rapid vaccine development and deployment.
- Neuritis and neuropathy are known potential side effects of intramuscular injections, including influenza vaccines.
Observation:
- A case study involving a 43-year-old female patient is presented.
- The patient developed symptoms related to the axillary nerve following COVID-19 vaccination.
Findings:
- The patient experienced axillary nerve symptoms, consistent with vaccine-induced neuritis/neuropathy.
- The case documents the patient's recovery from these neurological symptoms.
Implications:
- This case highlights a potential neurological side effect of COVID-19 vaccines.
- Further research into vaccine-associated neurological complications is warranted.
- Understanding these adverse events is crucial for vaccine safety monitoring.
Keywords:
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