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My daughter got a vaccine yesterday & now has a knot at the injection site. is that normal?

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Dr. Prakash Bhoopalam answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Normal: It is not uncommon! if there is no fever and it starts improving she is fine.

Answered 2/25/2013

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Dr. Marcus Degraw answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: Yes, that is a normal local reaction to any immunization. It is not a big deal and should not cause troubles. This local reaction should disappear within 7 to 10 days.

Answered 6/27/2019

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