What is the full form of BCG?
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What is the full form of BCG?
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The full form of BCG is Bacillus Calmette-Guerin. It is a vaccine that gives protection from tuberculosis disease. it builds antibodies against tuberculosis. BCG vaccine first developed by French bacteriologists Albert Calmette and Camille Guérin and it were first medically used in 1921.
BCG vaccine is usually given at the time of birth or up to 6 months, but child can be vaccinated any time up to five years of age.
BCG vaccine is also effective in Buruli ulcer infection, other non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections, and treatment of bladder cancer.
This vaccine cause complication in pregnant lady, HIV positive person, positive Mantoux test.
What is Tuberculous diseases?
It is a bacterial infection disease that affects the lungs. Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This bacteria spread from an infected person through coughs or sneezes. Cough, weight loss, night sweats, loss of appetite, and fever are common symptoms of tuberculosis disease.
How BCG vaccine administered?
BCG Vaccine is a Subcutaneous injection, it is generally given on the left side of the arm (subcutaneous layer). it leaves small scars on the skin in the future.
Side effects of BCG Vaccine
Redness
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Fever
Swollen lymph node
