Here's what you need to know about polio immunization

Poliomyelitis is an infectious disease caused by a virus that is in the digestive tract and throat. Prevention of polio can be achieved through vaccination, especially in children under five (toddlers), through vaccination drops and injections against polio.

Under certain conditions, a person infected with poliomyelitis can experience permanent paralysis, possibly even death. Polio can appear without any symptoms. It can also spread through contact with fluids coming out of the nose, mouth and feces of people infected with polio.
Learn more about polio vaccination

Immunization against poliomyelitis is a vaccine used to protect the body from polio disorders or poliomyelitis infections. This polio vaccine is very important to prevent transmission. Because if left untreated, polio can be dangerous and threaten the lives of those who suffer.

Two types of immunization against polio must be given to children. First, the oral polio vaccine (OPV), which is a weakened polio virus. Second, the injectable polio vaccine or inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) that uses the inactive polio virus and is then injected.

The polio vaccine is given four times, that is, when a newborn is born, and then resumed in months 2, 3 and 4. Booster is given at the age of 18 months. Newborns receive OPV, and for subsequent polio vaccinations they can be given IPV or OPV. It's just that every child must receive at least one dose of IPV.
 
Recognize side effects after polio immunization

Some children may experience some side effects after being vaccinated against poliomyelitis, both IPV and OPV. After IPV, redness may appear at the injection site. Children can also experience mild fever. This fever can be treated by giving low doses of paracetamol as directed by the doctor.

Although this is rare, OPV drops given orally can cause mild diarrhea without fever. To be safe and not cause dangerous side effects, you should consult a doctor before continuing vaccination.
 
Things to look for before polio vaccination

As explained above, vaccination is one of the mandatory vaccinations if you do not want children to be affected by polio. Before being immunized, pay attention to the following:
  • Monitor allergic reactions in children
If your child has a serious allergic reaction to injectable polio vaccination, it is recommended that you not re-immunize injectable polyomyelitis. In addition, children with allergies to polymyxin B, streptomycin or neomycin content are advised not to receive polio immunization.

  • Postpone immunization when the child is sick
For severely or moderately ill children, you must postpone the vaccination until the child's full recovery. But if your child only has minor illnesses, such as coughs and colds without fever, he can still get the vaccine.

Vaccination against IPV or OPV is safe. However, it is advisable to consult with a doctor to learn more about the risks of side effects and appropriate treatments. Don't miss polio immunization and be careful when your child's immunization schedule is to avoid this disease.

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