Vaccination is the process of administering a vaccine (antigen) by dropping it into the mouth or injecting it to stimulate the formation of antibodies against certain diseases.
One of the effects that can occur after vaccination is fever. Fever indicates the child's body is responding to the vaccine. Experts believe that fever indicates that the immune system is working well in recognizing and learning how to fight the disease if it is infected.
Fever after vaccination in children is a normal response of the immune system to vaccines. This shows that the body is responding to the vaccine ingredients that are included to form immunity against certain diseases. The majority of children do not experience fever after vaccination, but some may experience mild to moderate symptoms.
Some children may not show any reaction, either fever or other symptoms after vaccination. This condition is also normal and the vaccine continues to work in increasing the production of antibodies in the child's body.
Here are some causes and how to overcome them:
Causes of Fever After Vaccination:
1.Immune Reaction:
Vaccines stimulate the immune system to produce an immune response against a specific pathogen. Fever is one way the body responds and responds to the formation of immunity.
2. Body Response to Vaccine Ingredients:
Some ingredients in vaccines, such as proteins or adjuvants, can trigger a body response that causes an increase in body temperature.
How to Overcome Fever After Vaccination:
1. Provide Enough Drinking:
Make sure your child drinks enough to prevent dehydration. Water or electrolyte fluids can help maintain adequate body fluids so that body temperature can be maintained at a normal level.
2. Warm compress:
Use a warm compress on the child's forehead or folds to help reduce body temperature.
3.Comfortable Clothes:
Let your child wear comfortable, light clothing so that the body can more easily regulate temperature.
4. Fever Medication According to Doctor's Instructions:
If necessary, consult a doctor before giving fever-reducing drugs such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, and give them according to the doctor's instructions.
5. Get Enough Rest:
Make sure the child gets enough rest to help the body recover and overcome the vaccination reaction.
It is important to note that reactions after vaccination are a normal part of the body's immune-building process and are usually temporary. If you have concerns, you should consult your pediatrician.
Although fever after vaccination is generally not dangerous, pay attention to danger signs such as excessive allergic reactions such as swelling of the face, eyes, lips and even shortness of breath. If there are any of these signs, immediately take them to Hermina Serpong Hospital to get fast and appropriate treatment.