How is DPT vaccination tolerated
The DPT vaccine is a vaccine that is directed against deadly diseases: whooping cough, diphtheria and tetanus. The first vaccination is given to children who are 2–3 months old.
Vaccination DTP is easily tolerated by healthy children.Photo: GettyIt is believed that in some cases the vaccine is difficult to carry. The strongest component is the pertussis component. Complications arise from the neglect of medical contraindications and the wrong administration of the vaccine. However, do not confuse the body's natural reaction to the vaccine and complications. In the first 2-3 days after vaccination, the following symptoms occur:
- 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 baby cries for more than 3 hours, severe allergies 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 the condition of the child before vaccination. If he has even had a small runny nose, he has just had a chronic illness or a chronic disease has become exacerbated, vaccination should not be carried out. If parents or relatives have severe allergies and severe reactions to the administration of DTP, inform your doctor. After additional examinations, the doctor will prescribe a lighter vaccine. A week before the vaccination, do not introduce new foods to your baby’s diet. For 2-3 days, doctors advise giving an antihistamine and ascorbic acid. Immediately after vaccination, take a walk with your child at the clinic for 30 minutes. If an allergic reaction occurs, the child will be promptly assisted. After the 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 the unnecessary burden on the body.child After consulting a doctor on the day of vaccination, antipyretic candles are administered to the child. They serve as prevention against fever and relieve swelling at the injection site. Applying DTP will protect your child from dangerous diseases. You can provide your child with a more easily tolerated vaccination. Read also:
