Patient's question:
The baby is 5 months old. She should have received the vaccination on March 14th, but due to various reasons, she could only get it today, April 7th. However, she has a bit of a runny nose and sneezing. Can she still get the vaccination?On March 20th, she had a slight fever, runny nose, and occasional cough. After taking medication, she improved a lot, but she still has a bit of a runny nose. Previously, it was clear nasal discharge, but now it's thick mucus with occasional coughing.
The baby is 5 and a half months old. Has the delay in getting the vaccination had any impact on her?
Doctor's answer:
Five months of vaccination is the triple vaccine for diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus. If your baby doesn't have a fever now, it is okay to get vaccinated. If you don't get your baby vaccinated now, all future vaccinations will be delayed.Advice: Vaccines are biological preparations. Some babies may experience a fever, nausea, or vomiting after vaccination. Since your baby doesn't have these symptoms now, it is safe to get vaccinated. You can give your baby some medication for upper respiratory infection symptoms, and medication will not interfere with vaccination.
Wishing your baby healthy growth.