How is DPT vaccination tolerated
The DPT vaccine is a vaccine that is aimed against deadly diseases: whooping cough, diphtheria and tetanus. The first vaccination is given to children who are 2-3 months old.
The DPT vaccine is easily tolerated by healthy children.Photo: GettyIt is believed that in some cases the vaccine is hard to tolerate. The strongest component is the pertussis component. Complications arise when medical contraindications are ignored and when the vaccine is administered incorrectly. However, do not confuse the body's natural reaction to the vaccine and complications. The following symptoms occur in the first 2-3 days after vaccination:
- swelling or induration;
- pain at the injection site;
- elevated temperature;
- lethargy;
- drowsiness;
- capriciousness;
- anxiety;
- appetite disturbance.
All of these symptoms are a normal reaction tovaccine. Complications are rare. If the temperature rises above 40 C, the child cries for more than 3 hours, a severe allergy and convulsions appear, and the swelling at the injection site has a diameter of 7-8 cm, consult a doctor. This is a manifestation of a severe reaction to the vaccine.
What to do to make DTP easily tolerated by a child
Monitor your child's condition before vaccination.If he has even a slight runny nose, he has just recovered from an illness or a chronic disease has worsened, vaccination cannot be carried out. If parents or relatives have severe allergies and had severe reactions to the administration of DPT, tell the doctor about this. After additional examinations, the doctor will prescribe a milder vaccine. Do not introduce new foods into the baby's diet a week before the vaccination. Doctors advise giving an antihistamine and ascorbic acid 2-3 days before. Immediately after vaccination, walk with the child near the clinic for 30 minutes. If an allergic reaction occurs, the child will be promptly provided with assistance. After vaccination:
- do not give new products;
- do not feed heavily;
- do not give juices;
- measure the temperature of a child several times a day;
- take a walk with your child, but avoid active games;
- ensure the temperature in the room is not higher than 22 C.
All this will eliminate unnecessary stress on the body.child. After consulting with a doctor on the day of vaccination, the child is given antipyretic suppositories. They serve as a preventative measure against fever and will relieve swelling at the injection site. The DPT vaccine will protect your child from dangerous diseases. You can also ensure that your child tolerates the vaccination more easily. Read also:
