Hib

Hib

Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a type of bacteria that can cause life-threatening infections.

Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b)

What is Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) ?

Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a type of bacteria that can cause life-threatening infections. Babies and children are most at risk of getting seriously ill and can get vaccinated against it.

Symptoms of a Hib infection

Symptoms of Hib infection depend on what part of the body is affected.

Symptoms may include:

  • a high temperature
  • difficulty breathing – babies may make grunting noises
  • being sleepier than normal or difficult to wake
  • blue, grey, pale or blotchy skin, lips or tongue – on brown or black skin this may be noticeable under the nails or around the eyes
  • a rash that looks like small bruises or bleeding under the skin and does not disappear when you press a glass against it
  • a headache
  • a sore throat
  • swollen or painful joints

Prevention:

Vaccination

  • The Hib vaccine can prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) disease.
  • The Hib vaccine is usually given in 3 or 4 doses (depending on the brand).
  • Young children should receive their first dose of Hib vaccine at 2 months of age and usually complete the series by 12–15 months of age.

Haemophilus influenzae type b can cause a variety of infections.

These infections usually affect children under the age of 5 but can also affect adults with certain medical conditions.

Fact source: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hib/

https://www.immunize.org/wp-content/uploads/vis/bengali_hib.pdf

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