A member asked:

Good morning, my baby received his six week vaccinations yesterday. from last night he has a temperature of +-37c. he is getting very fussy and having crying episodes until he is soothed. please advise if i should take him to a gp or the hospital?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Observe: Monitor his temperature, continue feeds and apply a cool compress gently to the vaccination site. Watch for lack of use of the arm, high temperature, and excessive prolonged episodes of crying. A temporary reaction is common, but if prolonged, please see your GP.

Answered 1/17/2021

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