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Is MMR Vaccine Safe For A Toddler?

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Posted on Thu, 24 Nov 2016
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Question : Hi,
My daughter will soon turn 9 months and she will be given MMR vaccine. Could you please tell me about the vaccine and any fever or side effects related to it.
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Answered by Dr. Deepak Patel (28 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Mild fever and rash can occur

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.

MMR vaccine is given after completion of 9 months. It gives protection against measles, mumps and rubella.

Mild fever and rash can occur after vaccination.

I hope this will help you.
Wishing your child good health.
Take care.
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Is MMR Vaccine Safe For A Toddler?

Brief Answer: Mild fever and rash can occur Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM. MMR vaccine is given after completion of 9 months. It gives protection against measles, mumps and rubella. Mild fever and rash can occur after vaccination. I hope this will help you. Wishing your child good health. Take care.