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Injection swelling

2023-12-10 09:31:55
My 18 month son had injection two days before, he still has swelling in the place of injected and it is very hard, how long does the swelling persists and is it normal.
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Gently massage the injection site 3 or more times a day.
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Contact your doctor if Redness or red streak around shot is larger than 2 inches (5 cm) Redness, swelling or pain is getting worse after 3 days Fussiness from vaccine lasts more than 3 days
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Small swelling can last for weeks to months

Answered2023-12-10 09:44:49

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Consult to Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2023-12-10 13:59:20

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Ice pack application
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if swelling persists visit physically to nearby pediatrician .

Answered2023-12-10 12:09:02

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Greetings just apply ice pack compression

Answered2023-12-10 09:43:42

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Needs to be examined

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