hello Dr, my kid is 1.5 yrs old, 15 days back he got Penta booster dose. he had hardness / swelling around the place where vaccine was given. It is improving quite slowly. how long can this hardness last which is felt inside when we touch?

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Author of questionFather of a 5 yr 9 m old boy4 years ago

A. thank you Dr. there is no pain, so will it need medicine or will get cured in some time

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. it is quite natural after taking Penta vaccine are DPT vaccine there will be hardness because of formation of fibrous gift is having pain better to consult a doctor .

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