BCG Vaccine scar

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BCG Vaccine scar

Asked for Male, 1 Years

Hi Doctor, My 2months old baby boy had given BCG vaccine and OPO vaccine after the birth. I was told this vaccine will create a scar/mark on the shoulder but I haven't Noticed any mark on my son shoulder. I am getting doubt whether the vaccine is given or not, is it compulsory to get scar due to vaccine shot Please clarify thank you in advance.

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Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician 10 yrs exp Kanyakumari · Accepted Answer

Dr. Shebin C E

Pediatrician 10 yrs exp Kanyakumari

Greetings vaccination has been given according to chart it's not mandatory to get scar so don't worry

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