Does MMR Vaccine Cause Fever?

Posted on Sat, 24 Oct 2015

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Question : XXXXXXX got MMR vaccination today. He got fever today coincidentally. Is it normal to have fever after the vaccine

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Fever can be due to MMR vaccination

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to the HCM

I understand your concerns but don't worry. The fever is a side effect of MMR vaccination seen in some babies. But it is self limiting and improve in 2-3 days with symptomatic management in the form of Acetaminophen or Paracetamol for fever spikes. Also, mild rash and injection site swelling and redness may occur.

Hopefully this will help you. I would be happy to help you in any further questions.
Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar