Vaccinating A Sick Child
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My child has a cold and fever. Can she receive any vaccinations while she's sick?
Yes. If an otherwise healthy child only has a mild illness such as a runny nose, a low-grade fever, an ear infection, a cough, or mild diarrhea, she can safely be vaccinated.
- Last Updated
- 5/31/2011
- Source
- Immunizations & Infectious Diseases: An Informed Parent's Guide (Copyright © 2005 American Academy of Pediatrics)
The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.
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