Why are DPT and polio vaccinations needed?

The main rule is that vaccinations can only be given to a completely healthy child. Otherwise, no one can guarantee the consequences.AKDS poliomyelitisVaccinationsDPT and polio are often given togetherPhoto: Getty The DPT vaccine protects the baby from serious diseases:

  • Diphtheria. It affects the respiratory system. Transmitted by airborne droplets. Among the complications - a strong poisoning of the body, pathology of the nervous and cardiovascular systems.
  • Tetanus. The infection penetrates through wounds and cuts in contact with the ground and dirt in which the pathogen is located. It affects the nervous system, in some cases it may be fatal.
  • Whooping cough. The pathogen is transmitted by airborne droplets. Characterized by a prolonged cough, debilitating child. In the first years of life can cause respiratory failure.

    • Vaccination is carried out in 4 stages with the help ofintramuscular injections. The child is vaccinated for the first time at 2-3 months, then at 4-5, 6 and 18 months. This complex reliably protects the body. Revaccination is carried out at the age of 7 and 14 years - a second vaccination. Polio vaccination is carried out in two ways:

  • Drops in the mouth. The vaccine is called oral (OPV). Children are vaccinated at 3, 4 and a half and 6 months. Revaccination is carried out at 1.5 years, 1 and 8 months and at 14 years.
  • Injection. The vaccine is called inactivated (IPV). The main condition is a break between vaccinations of one and a half months. Children are vaccinated, ranging from 2 months. Revaccination is done 18 months after the last vaccination.

    • Polio vaccination rarely causes complications.

    Is it possible to vaccinate DPT and polio simultaneously?

    In children's clinics they do it togetherDPT and polio vaccinations. There is nothing to worry about. This combination does not pose a risk to the child's health. Simultaneous administration of drugs does not affect the immunological effect of vaccinations. As a rule, an increase in the number of side effects is not observed. But pediatricians advise carefully checking the baby's health before the simultaneous administration of vaccines. The load on the immune system increases, and it is difficult for a weak person to cope with pathogens. Any disturbances in the functioning of the brain and nervous system are a contraindication to vaccination. Children with allergies should be vaccinated very carefully. If you approach vaccination wisely, following the doctor's recommendations, the child can be protected from serious diseases that may be incurable at an early age. Also on the topic:

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