Question 1

what are the symptoms of a reaction to mmr?

Accepted Answer

See below:: Nearly all children who get the MMR vaccine (more than 80%) will have no side effects. Most children who have a side effect will have only a mild reaction: soreness, redness or swelling where the shot was given, mild rash, mild to moderate fever, swelling of the lymph glands, and temporary pain, stiffness, or temporary swelling in the joints.In about 5% to 15% fever may be present 7-12 days after.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: reaction to mmr?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to MMR: MMR is a  vaccine that immunizes against measles, mumps,&amp; rubella (German measles). Here is a list of possible vaccination reactions:  https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/vis-statements/mmr.html

Question 3

what is the treatment for reaction to mmr?

Accepted Answer

Usually no treatment: Most vaccine reactions are mild including fever or mild rash.  No treatment. If the child has a fever from a vaccine or an illness such as strep throat they can have a seizure. That is called a febrile seizure. It is not from the vaccine, but rather from the fever. If a seizure happens the child should be seen in the er. Usually they are evaluated and sent home. Allergic reactions can happen too.

Question 4

is fever a bad reaction to mmr vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Fever occurs in up to 15% of people who get the MMR vaccine. It is one of the most common side effects and usually occurs within a week or two of the vaccine's administration date.

Question 5

bad reaction to mmr vaccine. trying to catch up on shots after delay. was that bad?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: It isn't bad as long as you go ahead and get caught up. Hopefully the child didn't catch any vaccine preventable illnesses during the period when they were behind on shots. No harm done.

Question 6

i couldn't get my second mmr shot due to a severe allergic reaction to it. what ingredient would cause this? not allergic to any others. will i be ok?

Accepted Answer

: it may have been the carrier to the vaccine but I would not get a second shot unless you are monitored. Good Luck

Question 7

my daughte got her mmr today and broke iout in hives. is this a common reaction? if so how bad is it? should i be concerned? should i halt future vax

Accepted Answer

Don't stop vaccines: About 5% of chldren develop a rash after their first mmr.  This doesn't necessarily indicate an allergy, and benefits of getting vaccinated usually outweigh the risk except with severe allergic responses (breathing problems, etc).  Typically these go away in a few days but if your child shows any more worrisome signs (wheezing, fever), let your dr know immediately.

Question 8

on average, how long will a fever reaction from the mmr vaccine last?

Accepted Answer

48 hours: Typically, fevers from vaccines resolve within 48 hours.

Question 9

i got an mmr and varicella and the area is hot with redness and has swelling. is this an allergic reaction or is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the redness resolves within 48 to 96 hours after administration, then it is normal.

Question 10

what are the risk factors and effects of not giving the 2nd dose of mmr vaccine to my baby ? am i putting my baby at high risk ?the 1st dose isnt enough!because he had an allergic reaction(red bumps)of one of its ingredients when he had the 1st dose

Accepted Answer

Please vaccinate: Please do not stop vaccinating your any, risks of not vaccinating are tremendous and will endanger your child for his/Hers entire life and people around

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I couldn't get my second mmr shot due to a severe allergic reaction to it. what ingredient would cause this? not allergic to any others. will i be ok?

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My daughte got her mmr today and broke iout in hives. is this a common reaction? if so how bad is it? should i be concerned? should i halt future vax

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On average, how long will a fever reaction from the mmr vaccine last?

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I got an mmr and varicella and the area is hot with redness and has swelling. is this an allergic reaction or is it normal?

A member asked:

What are the risk factors and effects of not giving the 2nd dose of mmr vaccine to my baby ? am i putting my baby at high risk ?the 1st dose isnt enough!because he had an allergic reaction(red bumps)of one of its ingredients when he had the 1st dose

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