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Guardian of a 5 yr 7 m old girl3 years ago

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#AskTheExpert Hello Doctor My son is 4.6yrs old. IS ORAL POLIO REQUIRED? His vaccinations are done.

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ExpertDr. Gunjan BawejaPaediatrician3 years ago

A. polio drops can be given upto 5 years of age. and these are in addition to the other vaccines given to the baby initially given at same time to all thw babies.

Manali K MehtaMom of a 9 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi parent yes mam you can give polio drops to your child till completion of five years please maintain hygiene properly with Babyhug instant senitizer

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