Question
My baby started to cough a day after receiving the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. I gave them medicine for two days, but they started to have a fever again at night, reaching 39 degrees. I gave them ibuprofen and the cough seemed to worsen after taking the cough medicine. What’s going on? I’m in a hurry, thank you.
Answer
This situation could be due to a stimulatory reaction caused by the vaccine, which is generally not serious. You can temporarily give your child Ceftizoxime for anti-inflammatory purposes. Parents can rest assured, but you should closely monitor your child’s condition and seek medical observation or detailed examination and treatment at the vaccination unit if necessary. There are many factors that can cause respiratory problems in children. If your child is diagnosed with a respiratory condition, parents need to cooperate with doctors for active treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also pay attention not to cultivate picky eating habits in their children and ensure a balanced diet.