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No mark at bcg site

2021-09-29 08:08:21
My 8week old baby doesn't have any mark/reaction at bcg site..only a little stiff bump which is painless. Please guide..
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greetings., itis fine, bump is there That means BCG is given. Look for any lymph node in axilla.

Answered2021-09-30 07:32:14

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Nothing to worry some time mark will not appear.
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Answered2021-09-29 11:41:49

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That is a normal reaction. First a boil will come after a few weeks more. Mark may take many months

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1.Don't worry much 2.Few children's will not have a BCG scar even after correct vaccination, that is normal. 3.litten bump near Vaccination site is a normal phenomena.

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Greetings… Not to worry If u are sure BCG vaccine was given.. It will progress in size in 6-12 weeks also.. If BCG is little given subcutaneous than intradermal bump can be little….But then also no issues at all Regards

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