Side effects: Temporary side effects may include mild soreness or redness at the injection site, tiredness, headache, or low-grade fever.
Additional precautions: Dress your child in long sleeves and trousers when outdoors, use child-safe tick repellents, and check their skin regularly after spending time in grassy or wooded areas.
Before your appointment: Inform your healthcare professional if your child is unwell, has any allergies, or has reacted to a previous vaccine.
Risks caused by Tick-Borne Encephalitis: The virus can cause fever, fatigue, and muscle aches, which in severe cases may lead to inflammation of the brain or nervous system, potentially resulting in long-term complications.