Cold abscess of the thigh in an infant

Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ). 2013 Jan-Mar;11(41):86-7. doi: 10.3126/kumj.v11i1.11035.

Abstract

Local and minor adverse reactions to diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus (DPT) vaccination are usually mild and appear within 48 hours of vaccination. We herein report a rare association with intramuscular DPT injection and discuss pertinent issues. Primary tuberculous abscess was the final diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abscess / chemically induced*
  • Abscess / diagnosis
  • Abscess / surgery
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine / administration & dosage
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine / adverse effects*
  • Drainage / methods
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Injections, Intramuscular
  • Thigh

Substances

  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine