Patient's question:
Administering the fourth dose of DTP vaccine, why is the fever recurring? It's the second day today. Is this normal? How long does the fever usually last? Should I seek medical attention?Past treatment history and effectiveness: None
Expected assistance: Answers based on this situation
Doctor's answer:
The baby received the DTaP vaccine again and developed a fever. This could be due to the body's stress response after vaccination. Additionally, before taking medication, the baby may have mild cold symptoms that are not apparent. Once medication is taken, the body's reaction becomes evident.If the temperature is between 37.5-38.2°C, physical cooling methods such as wiping with lukewarm water or taking a hot bath can be used, along with applying fever-reducing patches. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the fever persists for 2-3 days without improvement, it is necessary to revisit the hospital for a thorough examination, including blood tests and C-reactive protein checks, to determine the type of infection.