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Bcg Vaccine

BCG vaccine stands for Bacillus Calmette Guerin vaccine, which is given for tuberculosis. BCG vaccination can protect people from severe forms of TB (tuberculosis) for about 15 years. It is usually given to infants with a single dose at birth. It is recommended for all children and adults who have not received it and those who are at risk of developing TB in their living place.

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My child is 1-year-old. I need advise regarding my child vaccination.

Query: Hello doctor, I need advice regarding my child vaccination. I am moving abroad, and the treatments are pending. My kid has completed one year.  Read Full »


Dr. Nagasirisha Naredla

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. By one year of age, a child should have received birth vaccines like BCG (bacilli Calmette-Guerin), polio drops. Then three monthly shots of DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus), Hib (Hemophilus influenzae type b), polio injection and hepatitis B. 2. By nine ...  Read Full »

Why has the BCG spot turned red after a long time with cold and cough?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is 11 months old. He is suffering from cough and cold, and his BCG spot has also turned red. He received his vaccination long back. Then why did it turn red now? He is currently on Levolin. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no issue with the BCG spot turning red at 11 months of age. It is alright. As long as it is not swelling up and ulcerating completely, it is fine. Sometimes, some children may scratch it making it red. In this regard, I would advise you to get the BCG scar eval...  Read Full »

When are BCG and OPV given after birth?

Query: Hi doctor, My baby is 10 days old. The doctor has given only hepatitis B vaccines at the time of birth. And, they planned BCG and OPV-B after 15 days. Is that fine?  Read Full »


Dr. Deepak Patel

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question and I know that you are very concerned about your child, but do not worry. Ideally BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin), OPV (oral polio vaccine) and hepatitis B should be given at birth. But, if they have not been given at birth, then BCG and OPV ca...  Read Full »

Does a newborn screening test is necessary?

Query: Hi doctor, My wife is pregnant, and the expected due date is in twenty days. I heard about newborn screening test, is it essential? Because it costs a lot. And please guide us about the medication and vaccination, after the baby's birth.  Read Full »


Dr. Sathawane Aparna Mulchand

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The newborn screening test is not mandatory at all. It is advisable when a family has some known genetic or metabolic disorder. Do not cord blood banking. A newborn baby does not require any medicines, except mother's milk. But, some drops of multivitamin and calcium ar...  Read Full »

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