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BCG vaccine has not given
We have not taken BCG vaccine at the time of birth.Iam 34 year old from Bangalore.Is it okay to get vaccinate at this age for BCG now
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No sir, the cut off age for taking BCG vaccination is 1 year. After 1 year, there is no advantage. It is indicated in some selective conditions only during adulthood.
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Dr. Guruprasad Udupi
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You can take the vaccine now. But you should not be suffering from any active infection.
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