How long do you shed rotavirus after vaccine?

Rotavirus shedding was detected at days 3–7 following each dose of RV3-BB, with the highest proportion (17/27) of shedding detected at RV3-BB dose 1 (8 weeks) (Table 1). Rotavirus shedding occurred after any one dose of RV3-BB in 26% (7/27) participants, 33% (9/27) after any 2 doses and 19% (5/27) after all 3 doses.

Does the rotavirus vaccine shed?

Yes. Rotavirus vaccine virus is shed during the first weeks after administration of rotavirus vaccine. Handwashing after diaper changing is always recommended.

Is my baby contagious after rotavirus vaccine?

Yes. Because the vaccine is given to your baby by mouth, it’s possible that the virus in the vaccine will pass through your baby’s gut and be picked up by whoever changes their nappy. The vaccine contains a weakened form of the rotavirus, so traces of it in a baby’s nappy will not harm healthy people.

Can rotavirus vaccine causing intussusception?

There is also a small risk of intussusception from rotavirus vaccination, usually within a week after the first or second dose. This additional risk is estimated to range from about 1 in 20,000 to 1 in 100,000 US infants who get rotavirus vaccine.

What happens if a baby spits up rotavirus vaccine?

Rotavirus vaccine, live dosing information -Rotarix(R): If the infant spits out or regurgitates most of the dose, a single replacement dose may be considered at the same visit. -RotaTeq(R): If the infant spits out or regurgitates most of the dose, do not replace the dose – continue the remaining doses as scheduled.

How long can you shed rotavirus?

Infected persons shed large quantities of virus in their stool beginning 2 days before the onset of diarrhea and for several days after the onset of symptoms. Rotavirus may be detected in the stool of immunocompromised persons for more than 30 days after infection.

What should I watch after rotavirus vaccine?

Side effects are rare, usually mild, and may include fussiness, diarrhea, and vomiting. Some studies have shown a small rise in cases of intussusception within a week after the first or second dose of rotavirus vaccine. Intussusception is a type of bowel blockage that is treated in a hospital.

How do you know if your baby has intussusception?

The first sign of intussusception in an otherwise healthy infant may be sudden, loud crying caused by abdominal pain. Infants who have abdominal pain may pull their knees to their chests when they cry. The pain of intussusception comes and goes, usually every 15 to 20 minutes at first.

How long does rotavirus vaccine last in poop?

The vaccine virus may be in your baby’s stool (poop) for up to 10 days after they get the vaccine. Wash your hands carefully after you change your baby’s diapers and before you touch food.

Can I get sick from my child’s rotavirus vaccine?

Serious side effects are possible but rare. This can include being irritable or having mild, temporary diarrhea, or vomiting after getting a dose of rotavirus vaccine. There is a small risk of intussusception, a type of bowel blockage that is treated in a hospital, that could require surgery.