Question
My baby is over nine months old. This morning, she received the hand, foot, and mouth disease vaccine and the influenza vaccine. Later in the evening, she developed a fever up to 38 degrees. Is this a cold or a normal reaction to the vaccine?
Answer
Fever reactions after vaccination typically occur within 8 to 24 hours post-vaccination and usually do not last more than 72 hours. If the child’s temperature is below 38.5 degrees, you can consider giving paracetamol or ibuprofen to reduce the fever. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly to treat and resolve health issues early on.