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Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Vaccine

Alternate Names : MMR Immunization, MMR Vaccine, MMR Vaccination

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Vaccine | Preparation & Expectations | Home Care and Complications | Attribution


What happens later at home?

The vaccine causes few or no problems for most people. But any of these rare reactions should be reported right away to a healthcare provider:

  • high fever, possibly with seizures, within 1 to 2 weeks of the immunization
  • signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, a fast heart rate, dizziness, or hives, within a few hours of the shot
  • other unusual conditions, including behavior changes
  • What are the potential complications after the procedure?

    Often the vaccine causes no problems. Sometimes a fever, mild rash, or, rarely, swollen glands in the neck occur within 7 to 12 days. Temporary joint pain and stiffness is possible, too.

    More rare complications include:

  • seizure
  • allergic reactions
  • a blood disorder
  • Very rarely, the vaccine may cause these severe problems:

  • deafness
  • long-term seizures
  • coma
  • brain damage

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    Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Vaccine: Attribution

    Author: Francesca Coltrera, BA
    Reviewer: Melissa Sanders, PharmD
    Date Reviewed: 08/07/01









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