Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Lump at injection site
Hello,
My baby has a lump at the injection site after she received the 10 the week DTP shot.. Its been close to a month now, though it has reduced , it has not disappeared completely. No pain. I give warm compress. What else can I do?
Thanks
Akhi
Answers (2)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
You should have give ice pack at local site.
No need to worry as there is no pain. It will resolve.
You can use thrombophobe gel if it is worrysome.
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+126
Dr. Amit Modi
Pediatrician
14 yrs exp
Delhi
Local site reaction is commonly seen with DPT vaccination. If it has been a month, get it clinically examined by a Paediatrician.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.