Question

What are the side effects of baby immunisations?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Common side effects after immunisation:

1. fever (that is, a temperature over 38.5°C)
2. redness, swelling and tenderness around the area where the needle went in.
3. babies may be unsettled or sleepy.
4. sometimes, a small, hard lump (nodule) at the injection site may persist for some weeks or months.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

The side effects that are most often reported after the 6-in-1 vaccine, in up to 1 in 10 babies, are:

pain, redness and swelling at the injection site.

fever (high temperature above 38C) – more common at the second and third dose.

vomiting.

abnormal crying.

irritability.

loss of appetite.