A "bump" not at the injection site is a common thing. But when is it worth worrying?
But this can happen after DPT vaccination - against whooping cough, diphtheria and tetanus. It is done to babies at 2, 4, 6 and 18 months (then at 16 and then every 10 years).
The pediatrician or nurse who administers the vaccine must warn you about the possible negative consequences of the vaccine - temperature, lethargy, and the appearance of a "bump". Often it is advised not to touch it and not handle anything.
When to start worrying?
- The seal size is greater than 7 cm
- The "bump" does not shrink 3 days after vaccination or continues to grow
- The lump is very painful
- An abscess is visible in the center of the "bump"
- Redness around the injection site is very strong and does not subside
- The child's well-being does not improve or worsens after 3 days (fever, lethargy, etc.)
- The temperature is not knocked down by paracetamol and ibuprofen
If you notice such symptoms, the child must and urgently need to be shown to the pediatrician.
You can not self-medicate: treat the injection site with something without a doctor's prescription, warm the "lump", smear with iodine, make compresses, etc.
What can a doctor prescribe?
After examining the baby, the pediatrician may prescribe an anti-edema ointment or gel to improve blood circulation or for itching and redness.
In more severe cases, a correspondingly more intensive treatment is prescribed.
It is impossible to buy and use funds on a small child on your own.When should you call an ambulance after DPT?
- vomiting, diarrhea;
- convulsions;
- airway swelling, shortness of breath.
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