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Injection site red swollen hard

2024-01-28 09:35:47
Hi , My 3.5 month old daughter got her vaccination , injection site is hard, swollen and red . It is been 3 days now. Swelling has reduced a bit but reddness and hardness still there. Is this normal? Can this be cured?
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Use ice pack

Answered2024-01-28 11:44:08

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Apply cool wet cloth 2 times a day for 2 to 3 days
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It's a side effect of vaccine. Will reduce over time

Answered2024-01-28 10:19:10

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Ice pack massage to be done twice a day till the swelling and the hardness goes. It may take even upto 10-15 days to resolve completely.
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In case, if the feeding of the child decreases or child becomes drowsy and lethargic or pus point appears at the local site, consult.

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Needs Physical consult to ascertain whether there is an abscess formation
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consult nearest Pediatrician

Answered2024-01-28 09:57:16

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It's normal ...Apply ice pack at infection site

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