What should I do if my baby has a fever after getting the hepatitis B vaccine?

Patient's question:

Lately, my boss has said that I'm not in good spirits and it's affecting my work performance. Actually, I didn't mean to, either. I often can't sleep at night, sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it might affect my health and work. What should I do if my baby has a fever after getting the hepatitis B vaccine?

Doctor's answer:

The child is five and a half months old. After getting the hepatitis B vaccine, they experienced fever. For high fever, they need to take Motrin to reduce it. For low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. The diet should be light.
Advice: Generally, fever caused by vaccine reactions subsides within two to three days. If the child shows no other discomfort, it's okay to wait a few more days. There are many causes of pediatric liver disease. If the child is confirmed to have pediatric liver disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor in active treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should pay attention not to let the child develop picky eating habits and maintain a balanced diet.

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