Patient's question:
Will the baby have an allergic reaction after getting a shot?Doctor's answer:
Hello, after children receive vaccinations, the majority do not have any reactions or only have very mild ones. For example, redness, swelling, heat, pain, or enlargement of local lymph nodes may occur at the injection site, or even symptoms like fever, decreased appetite, vomiting, or abdominal pain. In most cases, treatment is not necessary; simply providing the child with plenty of water and ensuring they rest well will help these reactions disappear within 1 to 2 days.Avoid bathing the child for a short period after vaccination. Symptomatic treatment can be administered, such as physical cooling or taking antiallergic medications. However, if the reaction is severe—such as persistent high fever, purulent infection at the injection site, or poor mental state with no appetite—you should seek medical attention.