my son is 8 months old and has had 3 doses of hexaxim as per the schedule. We have missed the oral polio dose during the drive conducted last weekend. is the oral vaccine required?

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Dr. Vaibhav jainFather of a 5 yr 9 m old girl4 years ago

A. pulse polio was required but if you have missed then no need to worry as polio is also in the form of injection in injection you have given your baby.

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Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 11 m old girl4 years ago

A. hi yes,it is better to give it so please consult your pediatrician and get your child vaccinated please don't miss or skip any mandatory vaccines

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