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Adverse action of BCG vaccine

2018-05-01 15:05:30
Dear sir/ M' m , my son after birth has given BCG vaccine afterwards, it seems red spot and at present some abcess appear , is it normal or require doctor consult.
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It's normal .It would settle on its own in a week. Continue to breast feed Get yourself examined by Gynae for milk output.do not start formula so soon

Answered2018-05-01 15:58:42

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If redness,swelling and pus have appeared 6 weeks after vaccination,it's normal,but if earlier than 4 weeks,needs physical examination by your paediatrician.

Answered2018-05-02 05:56:46

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