Vaccination is the introduction of a vaccine into the human body, which creates an artificial immunity to a certain disease. A child born into the world has immunity acquired through the mother's placenta, but over time, its protection weakens. Vaccination promotes the production of antibodies that will help protect the child's body from illness.
During vaccination, weakened microorganisms, bacteria or viruses are artificially introduced into the child's body. At the same time, the production of antibodies begins, since the body has received a command about the threat that has arisen, which must be immediately eliminated. Since the immune system has made a reaction to foreign organisms, it will be ready for a second response if the virus tries to break through the defense again. Vaccination is not recommended during a period when the child's immunity is weakened: a cold or any other infection, an allergic reaction from previous vaccinations, the child's admission to kindergarten or school (stressful situation). There is a specific vaccination schedule for children. It is the responsibility of the pediatrician to refer babies for vaccinations according to their age. Unfortunately, many parents are afraid to vaccinate their children. This is due to the fact that the media often reports on the side effects of vaccination. But not only vaccinations, but also medications can cause various reactions. And children cannot do without many compulsory vaccinations. For example, against whooping cough, poliomyelitis, tuberculosis, hepatitis, diphtheria, measles, tetanus, a vaccine of domestic and foreign production, there is no need to doubt the ineffectiveness of one or the other. Both of them comply with WHO requirements and will protect the child from illness. After the vaccination, the child may have a slight fever, swelling or redness at the injection site, and worsen the general condition. In this case, the adverse reaction should go away within 3 days. After vaccination against measles, rubella and mumps, complications may occur within 5 to 14 days. If the temperature rises above 38 degrees, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
