Received Oct 15, 2025
| Type | Name | Manufacturer | Dose | Lot | Route / Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PNC21 | PNEUMO (CAPVAXIVE) | MERCK & CO. INC. | 1 | Z007870 | SYR / LA |
| RSV | RSV (AREXVY) | GLAXOSMITHKLINE BIOLOGICALS | 1 | 7HZ93 | SYR / LA |
On October 15, 2025, I received two intramuscular vaccines (RSV and Pneumococcal) in the right arm. Before the first injection, my husband (a Registered Nurse) observed the injection site placement and immediately stated aloud that it was too low anatomically ? below the CDC-recommended deltoid injection zone. The administering healthcare worker disregarded his warning and proceeded with both injections in the same low position. At the time of injection, I experienced noticeably sharper and more immediate pain than with the two previous vaccines I received two weeks earlier in the opposite arm, administered properly by a different provider. Those earlier injections caused no pain at the time, only normal post-vaccine muscle soreness the following day. As of 4 hours post-injection: * No tingling, numbness, radiating pain, or weakness * Full range of motion preserved * Initial pain resolved within hours However, due to improper injection site, I remain concerned about: * Possible nerve or fascial contact * Potential suboptimal immune response due to incorrect depth or location * Violation of standard clinical procedure despite on-site correction attempt If my trusted diagnostic partner had been present (name withheld), he would have either prevented the injection outright or advised me to leave the facility immediately. This report is submitted to support future patient safety and reinforce respect for anatomical standards. Notably, I experienced a similar improperly placed vaccine at a (name withheld) pharmacy in (city, state withheld) approximately 8 years ago, which resulted in lasting shoulder pain and loss of range of motion that persisted for nearly a year. I was an active swimmer at the time and was unable to swim properly due to the injury. That injury was never formally reported. Given the similarities in pain and misplacement, I am submitting this event to prevent a recurrence of long-term complications ? for myself and others. Additionally, upon entering the current clinic, I had an immediate instinctual hesitation. Something felt wrong, as though the staff were disorganized or untrained. I now believe this instinct was accurate and should have been honored.
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penicillin