About lump and redness after BCG vaccine

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My baby girl is 2 months old bcg vaccine was given at the time of birth on 21/12/2024 but from past 3 days there is a lump and redness on the area where the vaccination was given and she is doing well there is no fever and pain. l also attached the photo, please let me know if there is any concern.

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Dr. Famiya Riya O

Pediatrician 6 yrs exp Kollam

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The usual reaction for BCG vaccination includes formation of a small lump which usually ulcerates at around 6 weeks. Just watch for this. Nothing is to be done if baby is otherwise well.

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Look for any other swellings.

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Dr. M.L.Kothari Pediatrician 42 yrs exp Jaipur · Accepted Answer

Dr. M.L.Kothari

Pediatrician 42 yrs exp Jaipur

Dear parents, BCG vaccination given at birth is taken up After 6weeks Get formations of nodule,pustule and than rupture leaving a ulcer which heals by own in 6weeks.only to do is When pustule rupture And pus comes Clean with Luke warm water 2 times a day.