Question
The child has received several Hepatitis B vaccines since birth, and the doctor said this would prevent the transmission of Hepatitis B. However, no further shots have been administered. Now that the child is 5 years and 8 months old, does another Hepatitis B vaccine shot need to be administered?
Answer
It is recommended to take the child to the hospital for a Hepatitis B panel test. If the child has developed antibodies, there is no need for another Hepatitis B vaccine shot.