Is It Suitable to Vaccinate During the Treatment of Neonatal Jaundice?

Question

Is it appropriate to administer vaccines to a newborn who has jaundice and is undergoing medication treatment?

Answer

It is currently not recommended to administer vaccines. Since the neonatal jaundice has not subsided and is accompanied by mild cold symptoms, priority should be given to active treatment. Vaccination should only be considered once the baby shows no abnormal symptoms or signs and is in a healthy state. Additionally, vitamin AD supplements should be taken to support growth and development, and be aware that jump reflexes may be related to a deficiency in vitamin D. The best practice is to wait until the jaundice improves significantly and cold symptoms have disappeared for at least seven days before scheduling the vaccination to avoid being refused due to unsuitable health conditions.