What does a tb shot look like?
I have to get a TB shot for my visa application next month. Just curious, what does the actual shot itself look like? Is it a big needle or anything like that?
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5 months ago
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I totally get it, medical stuff can be a bit scary to think about. The TB shot, or BCG vaccine, is usually given as a small injection, often on the upper arm. It's just a tiny needle, so don't worry too much!
7 months ago
Haan na, it's just a small injection, like any other vaccine. They usually give it on the upper arm. You might see a tiny red spot for a bit, but it's nothing to worry about. Bas aaram se ho jaata hai.
7 months ago
The BCG vaccine, which is for TB, is given as an intradermal injection, meaning just under the skin. It's usually a small, clear liquid in a syringe. You'll feel a slight prick, and then a small raised bump appears which flattens later.
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6 months ago
The TB shot itself is a small jab, usually on the shoulder or upper arm. After a while, a small mark or scar might form, which is normal. Don't try any home remedies on it, just keep it clean. It's a standard procedure.
4 months ago
Is it like a regular injection? I always get nervous about needles. For me, when I got it, it just felt like a quick prick and left a small red bump. Did anyone else find it sting a little afterwards?