Can I get vaccinated while pregnant?
Disease description:
I'm currently five months pregnant and considering getting vaccinated, but I'm conflicted because I'm worried that after giving birth and finishing breastfeeding, I might be too old to receive the vaccine. So, is it safe to get vaccinated during pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Whether vaccines can be administered during pregnancy needs to be comprehensively considered based on multiple factors, including the specific type of vaccine, the pregnant woman's health status, and the timing of vaccination.
Generally, certain inactivated vaccines, such as the hepatitis B vaccine and influenza vaccine, can be administered during pregnancy, as these vaccines do not have adverse effects on the fetus. For live attenuated vaccines or certain vaccines with insufficient experimental data and unclear impacts on pregnant women and fetuses, vaccination during pregnancy is usually not recommended.
If a pregnant woman is bitten or scratched by animals such as dogs or cats during pregnancy and requires rabies vaccination, she should receive the vaccine promptly to prevent rabies. Additionally, before receiving any vaccine, pregnant women should consult with a doctor or medical staff at the vaccination site, honestly report their health condition, and follow professional guidance for vaccination and subsequent care.
