New Delhi:

Naturally born babies are more receptive Measles vaccines compared to those born through C-stream, The findings of a new study may now raise potential concerns about the vaccine’s effectiveness in infants.

double dose of single shot measles vaccine New research has found that babies born by C-section may be up to 2.6 times more likely to be completely ineffective than babies born naturally.

Researchers explained the reason for this Cambridge University UK and Fudan University China has said that the reason for this may be the development of the child. gut microbiome resulting in the child’s immune system Does not produce antibodies to fight measles infection, and therefore, remains susceptible to the disease. This raises interest regarding previous studies that say natural birth A greater variety of germs are passed from mother to child.

“We have found that the way we are born – either by C-section or by natural birth – has a long-term impact on our immunity to diseases as we grow up,” said Henrik Salje, from the Department of Genetics at the University of Cambridge. and joint senior author of the study published in the journal Nature Microbiology. However, researchers have found that the second dose of measles produced stronger immunity in such children.

This draws attention to the fact that many women are choosing to undergo C-section for delivery rather than natural birth. “We think this means they take longer to develop their gut microbiome as well as the immune system’s ability to respond to vaccines against diseases, including measles,” Salje said. “

Measles, caused by the highly contagious measles virus, manifests with symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose and a characteristic rash. It spreads through respiratory droplets, making unvaccinated individuals particularly vulnerable. Complications can range from ear infections and diarrhea to pneumonia and encephalitis, especially in malnourished children or those with weakened immune systems. Vaccination is the most effective preventive measure.
(With inputs from PTI)