Pneumococcal Vaccine Lawsuit

Our lawyers are evaluating lawsuits for people who were diagnosed with a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) after being injected with any type of Pneumococcal vaccine in the shoulder.

Overview

Pneumococcal vaccines are also known as “pneumonia vaccines” because they protect against lung infections (pnuemonia) with a type of pneumococcal bacteria called Streptococcus pneumonia. Infections can also cause ear and sinus infections, blood infections, or meningitis, but in most cases the infection is mild.

How is Pneumococcal Vaccine Given?

There are two types of pneumococcal vaccines on the market in the U.S. for adults and children, including:

PCV13 or Prevnar 13®
PPSV23 or Pneumovax 23®

Both vaccines are administered with a 0.5-mL injection into the upper arm near the shoulder of older children and adults. In babies and young children, these vaccines are typically injected into the thigh.

Can Pneumococcal Vaccine Cause SIRVA?

When a pneumococcal vaccine is injected too high or too deep into the shoulder, it can potentially cause a Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA). This side effect occurs when an improper injection triggers severe pain and shoulder inflammation.

Symptoms of SIRVA After Pneumococcal Vaccines

Arm pain
Shoulder pain
Intense, stabbing pain
Shoulder dysfunction
Weakness
Limited range of motion
Lack of flexibility
Inflammation