What Causes Fever After Vaccination In Child?

Posted on Fri, 5 Jun 2015

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Question : My daughter is a 2& half month old second dosage immunation done. But got high fever. Using fevago drop temperature is not down yet. 5 time motion passed.

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You can repeat the dose of paracetamol drops or use ibuprofen drops

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to the HCM

I completely understand your concerns. Don't worry. Fevers are immune response of your child's body developing due to vaccinations. The spikes of fever varies in every child. But they usually subside with in 48-72 hours post immunizations.

You can follow these measures to help him:
1. Dress him lightly.
2. Cold sponging in case of high grade fever is of help.
3. You can give paracetamol drops if fever is more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Repeat it after 6-8 hours if fever persists or reoccurs. Also, Ibuprofen drops can be used if child is not having any response to paracetamol.
4. Feed the child well every 2-3 hours.

Mild changes in poops of babies in terms of frequency, consistency and colour is normal. You just need to keep him hydrated by regular feeds. There is no need for any medications for the poops.

If the fever continues even after 72hours, then you can contact me.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Archana Verma (16 hours later)

Hello doctor. Now fever is down. But she always see at one side her neck ace is started. Suggest me

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
use acetaminophen or Ibuprofen

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome back

Don't worry. It seems to be due to musculoskeletal pain. You can use acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for relief. It will be fine.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E

Follow up: Dr. Archana Verma (2 days later)

Thanx. One more question is normal if baby doesn't pee in nite . Poop.Will be bit sticky .

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (14 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
normal..

Detailed Answer:
Try to feed her regularly even at night. Many a times due to mild dehydration because of skipping of feeds they may not pee in night and the stools also stay sticky. It's perfectly fine otherwise.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad