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5 year vaccine
My baby girl got her 5 year vaccine shot yesterday 12 pm.. still fever is there,hand pain and little headache sometimes.. is it normal how long it will last do we need to give paracetamol till the pain goes
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These symptoms are common and expected after vaccines, especially: Mild fever within 24–48 hours, Pain/swelling at injection site, Occasional headache or tiredness
These are signs the immune system is responding to the vaccine.
Next Steps
Paracetamol (15 mg/kg/dose) every 6 hours if fever or pain
Cold compress at injection site can help with swelling/pain
Keep child well-hydrated and rested
No need to apply or massage the injection area
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Red flags:
Fever persists >48 hours
Very high fever (>102°F/39°C)
Severe redness or swelling at injection site
Child becomes dull, refuses to eat or drink, or shows unusual behavior
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Pain fever is expected upto 72hrs
Provided activity and hydration are normal
Give paracetamol as advised and ice pack over the vaccine area
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Mild fever, headache, or pain in the hand after vaccination is normal and nothing to worry about. These symptoms will settle in a day or two
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Just give paracetamol syrup and apply a cold pack. Make sure your child drinks plenty of fluids and rests well
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if the fever is very high or lasts more than 2 days, or if your child seems unusually weak or drowsy, consult your paediatrician
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Dr. Gopal Raut
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Pain may last for around 24 - 48 hrs
Paracetamol can be safely used for pain and fever
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