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Bcg vaccine pus formation
My son is 2 month old having puss formed in bcg area what should I do should it dry on its own should I apply something to it and he is also doing poop after every feed for past 2-3 days some times green stool and some times yellow he is on. Combine feed both mothers and formula ( dexolac) does it's gastric issue should we give any medicine for it to new borns? Does it's normal how long it takes to cure on it's own?
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takes 2 months to heal. u can apply local antibiotic cream like mupisoft 3 times a day for 2 weeks
if it grows or gets fever or gland in axilla, may need other specific medicines
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The formation of a normal, localized pus-filled lesion at the BCG site is a standard reaction that indicates the baby's immune system is successfully responding to the vaccine.You should leave the area entirely alone to dry and heal on its own; do not squeeze it, scratch it, pop the blister, or apply any ointments, creams, or medicines, as these actions can cause a secondary infection or interfere with how the vaccine works.It is completely normal for a 2-month-old infant to pass stool frequently or right after every feed due to an active gastrocolic reflex.The variation between yellow and green stool is highly typical for an infant on a combined feed of breast milk and formula (like Dexolac), as formula with added nutrients often transitions the poop color to green.You should not give any over-the-counter medicine to newborns or infants for these normal developmental processes without direct guidance from a doctor.The BCG sore typically runs its natural course and resolves entirely on its own within 2 to 4 months.
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Don’t give too much dexolac(use when ever required) and give more of direct feeding
Pus formed at BCG will be normal- it will resolve with scar formation.
Passing stool after feed in small quantities is normal, no need to worry
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If the pus is noticeable and the vaccination site is inflamed
And swollen you need to consult your paediatrician as he will examine the site and advice as needed..
Coming to feeds there is something called gastronomic reflex where few children poop immediately after feeds which they outgrow over time.. as ur son is also on formula feeds mixing the formula properly as per instructions on the pack is required.. if his weight gain is appropriate, active, ursine output is normal you need not worry.
For BCG site a picture of it would have been helpful or pls consult your paediatrician
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At around 6–12 weeks after the BCG vaccine, it is common for a small swelling to form, which may develop into a tiny pus-filled blister. This is a normal healing reaction and usually bursts, forms a scab, and heals on its own over the next few weeks, leaving a small scar.
Do not squeeze the swelling, apply ointments, antiseptics, or bandages. Keep the area clean and dry. If it bursts, gently clean with plain water and allow it to heal naturally.
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consult if the swelling becomes very large , there is extensive redness spreading around it, persistent foul-smelling discharge, fever, or swelling in the armpit.
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Dr. Sribalaji D
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Chennai
For bcg vaccination
This was given intradermal
Babies will develope small swelling around 3 to 4 weeks
Which will break into wound in 6 to 8 weeks
Some pus like Or blood may come
Will get cured in 14 to 16 weeks
There will not be any pain
It will get cured on itself
No need to massage , give warm or cold compression , no need to put oil
This is common for bcg vaccination
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Looks normal.
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It’s a normal reaction to BCG vaccine. It ends up with scar formation . Stool after feed is normal due to gastric colic reflex . If it’s not a loose stool no need to worry
Try to give breast milk more than formula milk
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Dr. Anirudh Kommareddy
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5 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Normal BCG Reaction: Pus formation at the injection site is a sign the vaccine is working, typically taking 2 to 4 months to form a small scar.Leave the Site Alone: Keep the area clean and dry, dress the infant in loose clothing, and do not squeeze, pop, or apply any ointments or bandages to the pustule.Common Stool Patterns: Passing green or yellow stool frequently—even after every feed—is common for mixed-fed infants due to an active gastrocolic reflex and formula iron content.Avoid Unauthorized Medication: Never give any over-the-counter gastric or digestive medicines to a newborn without an explicit prescription from a pediatrician.Watch for Red Flags: Seek immediate medical care if you notice an oversized abscess, large lumps under the armpit, blood in the stool, watery diarrhea, or a fever.Verify Formula Preparation: Double-check the physical label on your formula container to ensure the powder-to-water ratio is perfectly accurate to prevent digestive upset.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Normal
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Dr. Ankur Gupta
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Lucknow
It’s normal bcg evolution unless child is having other symptoms like fever and constitutional symptoms.
Green potty is fine during mixed feeding time
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
In stools both yellow and green colour are normal in newborn babies
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
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6 yrs exp
Surat
The pus at the BCG injection site is usually a normal healing reaction. Please do not squeeze it, burst it, or apply any cream or ointment. Keep the area clean and dry. It usually heals on its own over 4–12 weeks.
Passing stools after every feed is also common at 2 months of age, especially in babies who receive breast milk. Yellow or green stools can both be normal, as long as your baby is feeding well, is active, passing urine normally, and there is no blood in the stool or fever.
At present, no medicine is required. Continue breastfeeding and formula feeds as advised.
Please consult your pediatrician if the BCG area becomes very red or swollen, there is persistent fever, a large swelling develops in the armpit, the baby feeds poorly, has very watery stools, blood in the stool, or shows signs of dehydration.
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