Can you receive the hemorrhagic fever vaccine if you have a cold?
Jan 02, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingli
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the hemorrhagic fever vaccine should not be administered during a cold. When suffering from a cold, the body's immune resistance is relatively weak, making it more susceptible to hemorrhagic fever virus infection; however, vaccination against hemorrhagic fever is not recommended during this period. The hemorrhagic fever vaccine itself can easily cause fever, and if administered while having a cold, the likelihood of developing fever would significantly increase.
Generally, the hemorrhagic fever vaccine should not be administered during a cold. The specific reasons are as follows:
During a cold, the body's immune resistance is relatively low, making individuals more susceptible to hemorrhagic fever virus infection. However, vaccination against hemorrhagic fever should not be given while having a cold. The hemorrhagic fever vaccine itself may easily cause fever. If administered during a cold, the likelihood of developing fever significantly increases, and the existing cold symptoms may worsen noticeably. Colds are usually caused by viral infections and require antiviral medications for treatment. Administering the hemorrhagic fever vaccine at this time may not only reduce the vaccine's effectiveness but also interfere with the efficacy of antiviral drugs. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid receiving the hemorrhagic fever vaccine during a cold. Instead, vaccination should be postponed until at least one week after full recovery from the cold. Patients with colds can follow medical advice to use medications such as compound paracetamol and amantadine hydrochloride tablets or Shuanghuanglian oral liquid for treatment.
If patients experience any discomfort, they should promptly visit a正规 hospital for proper examination and treatment to avoid delaying their recovery.
