Patient's question:
I am a mom of a baby, but unfortunately, my baby has Kawasaki disease and cannot receive vaccinations for nine months. However, during this period, what if I don't get vaccinated? Will something go wrong? If the disease recurs without a vaccine, what should I do?Doctor's answer:
Vaccination must be carried out when the body is healthy, because vaccines are meant to prevent diseases. However, if the body already has existing diseases and is undergoing medication treatment, this is a contraindication for vaccination, meaning vaccination should not be administered. Vaccination at the appropriate age will certainly have some preventive effect against diseases, but not vaccinating does not necessarily mean the disease will recur. If it does recur, symptomatic treatment will be necessary. Vaccinating when already ill may worsen the condition. Therefore, parents should not be too anxious.