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Mom of a 5 yr 11 m old girl4 years ago

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My daughter is 15 months old & my doctor said pcv should be given on her hip but m confused about it because I studied pcv inject on thigh or upper arm, so please guide me about this, is it ok to give pcv on hip?

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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician4 years ago

A. give it on thigh only Pneumoccocal vaccine should be given at 6,10, 14 wks and booster at 15 months of age Pneumoccocal vaccine is a optional vaccine but always better to give. It give protection against Repeated tonsills infection, repeat sinus infection, throat infection, pneumonia, ear infection etc Can go with any brand all are equally good and effective.

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