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Can Vaccines Cause Red Lumps On The Legs?

My baby received a variety of vaccinations 12 days ago including hepatitis B. Yesterday I noticed little red bumps on her legs; 6 little raised papules on one leg and 7 on her other legs. Could the appearance of these bumps be related to any kind of vaccine. She was 5 months old yesterday?
Mon, 21 Mar 2016
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Pediatrician, Infectious Diseases 's  Response
Hi there! I understand your concern. It is unlikely that the vaccination caused the bumps, especially since it has been 12 days. She most likely has a viral exanthematous illness or depending on where you stay, mosquito bites? Press the papules and see, if they blanch and turn pale for a second or two, they are most likely insect bites. Meanwhile if she seems irritable (she is too young to itch), give her cetrizine to ease the irritation.
Watch out for:
1. More lesions, especially near the face
2. High grade fever T>102 F
3. Refusal to eat or drink anything
If the above are there, take her to a pediatrician, otherwise the bumps should disappear in a week or so.
Hope this helps..!
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Can Vaccines Cause Red Lumps On The Legs?

Hi there! I understand your concern. It is unlikely that the vaccination caused the bumps, especially since it has been 12 days. She most likely has a viral exanthematous illness or depending on where you stay, mosquito bites? Press the papules and see, if they blanch and turn pale for a second or two, they are most likely insect bites. Meanwhile if she seems irritable (she is too young to itch), give her cetrizine to ease the irritation. Watch out for: 1. More lesions, especially near the face 2. High grade fever T 102 F 3. Refusal to eat or drink anything If the above are there, take her to a pediatrician, otherwise the bumps should disappear in a week or so. Hope this helps..!