Hepatitis B VACCINE
The Hepatitis B vaccine is a critical tool in preventing Hepatitis B, a significant viral infection that primarily affects the liver. Understanding the vaccine schedule, its safety, and side effects is essential for effective prevention.
Understanding Hepatitis B
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Prevalence in India: Between 1.6% to 4% of the population carries the Hepatitis B virus.
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Impact: Can range from being a symptomless carrier to causing acute jaundice, chronic liver damage, and liver cancer.
Modes of Transmission
Vertical Transmission: From an infected mother to her newborn.
Contact with Infected Individuals: Through shared personal items like toothbrushes and razors.
Sexual Transmission: Via sexual contact with an infected partner.
Contact with Infected Individuals: Through shared personal items like toothbrushes and razors.
Sexual Transmission: Via sexual contact with an infected partner.
Prevention through Vaccination
Efficacy: The Hepatitis B vaccine is highly effective in preventing the infection.
Vaccine Schedule
Newborns: First dose within 24 hours of birth.
Infants: Additional doses at 6, 10, and 14 weeks, combined with other vaccines.
Older Children and Adults: Schedule is 0-1 month-6 months.
Boosters: Not required as the initial doses provide almost lifelong protection.
Infants: Additional doses at 6, 10, and 14 weeks, combined with other vaccines.
Older Children and Adults: Schedule is 0-1 month-6 months.
Boosters: Not required as the initial doses provide almost lifelong protection.
Special Schedule for High-Risk Newborns
For newborns with Hepatitis B positive mothers: Immediate administration of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin (HBIG) after birth, followed by the regular vaccine schedule.
Vaccine Safety and Side Effects
Common Side Effects: Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site; fever, irritability in infants, mild tiredness.
Serious Side Effects (Rare): Severe allergic reactions (Anaphylaxis), high fever, behavior changes, severe pain and swelling of the limb where the vaccine was given.
When to Call the Doctor: For any severe symptoms or persistent severe symptoms.
Serious Side Effects (Rare): Severe allergic reactions (Anaphylaxis), high fever, behavior changes, severe pain and swelling of the limb where the vaccine was given.
When to Call the Doctor: For any severe symptoms or persistent severe symptoms.
Who Should Not Receive the Vaccine
Children with a history of severe allergic reactions to a previous dose or any component of the vaccine.
Aloha Kids Clinic Vaccination Program and Services
Offers Hepatitis B vaccine. For more information or to discuss concerns related to the vaccine, contact the clinic.
Disclaimer
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This information is for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current data available. Always consult a pediatrician or healthcare professional for medical advice and before making any vaccination decisions. We strive to keep this information updated, but it may not be updated in real time
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Consultation with healthcare professionals is essential for personalized advice and to address specific health concerns.
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Doddakallasandra,
Bangalore – 560062
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