Question
What to Do If a Baby Develops Epilepsy After Vaccination?
Answer
After receiving the Diphtheria and Pertussis vaccine and the Pneumococcal vaccine, the baby experiences convulsions every night around 1 am, occurring once every other night for a total of three times. In the second month, after receiving the same vaccine again, the baby had four episodes of convulsions in one night. What should be done if epilepsy develops? This situation is extremely rare. Vaccines work by stimulating the body’s immune system to produce resistance. Vaccines are biological products that can cause some individuals to experience transient fever or rashes, but overall, they are safe. When a baby is not feeling well and receives a vaccine, the symptoms may easily overlap with the original condition, or they may worsen. Therefore, it is advisable to defer vaccination during illness. On the other hand, regular vaccination is not only harmless but also strengthens a baby’s immunity, protecting against infectious diseases. It is important to discuss the baby’s condition with a doctor in detail before each vaccination and to observe the baby for 20 minutes after vaccination before leaving.