Question
My child received the flu vaccine yesterday and has a fever of 39 degrees today. They have taken Tylenol for fever reduction. Do they still need to take other medications?
Answer
This is an immune response to the vaccination and generally does not require additional medication. Vaccination may cause mild adverse reactions, such as local redness and swelling, fever, which usually resolve within 1 to 2 days. It is recommended to have the child drink plenty of water and reduce activity to alleviate these adverse reactions.