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Regarding pcv vaccine

2021-11-23 14:24:29
Is pcv 10 and pcv 13 both r same or not, at 6 weeks my baby has vaccinated pcv 13 now 10 weeks  vaccine is pending can I go definitely with pcv 13 or pcv is enough , I don't understand what is the difference between these plz help me anyone
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PCV 13 and 10 refer to the number of strains of pneumonia bug the vaccine covers. If your baby was vaccinated with PCV 13, better continue the same for subsequent immunizations for consistent effect.

Answered2021-11-23 14:38:24

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Hello , pcv 10 and pcv 13 r both different vaccines.presently pcv 13 is available in all government hospitals. Confirm if it is available in ur state.And pcv is nothin but pcv 10 0r pcv 13 .

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