How Do You Identify Measles Vaccine Side Effects?
Measles is a virus that causes cold-like symptoms, including coughing, runny nose, eye irritation and a telltale rash. The virus can lead to pneumonia, seizures and death. The measles vaccine is usually given in childhood along with the mumps and rubella vaccine, a combination called the MMR vaccine. Here are some signs of side effects to this vaccine. Watch for an allergic reaction like you would get from any medication. The allergic reaction could involve minor problems such as a fever, a mild rash and swollen cheeks or neck. If the minor symptoms persist, call your doctor. The measles vaccine side effects could appear within 7 to 12 days of the shot. Keep an eye out for moderate problems from the measles vaccine. Moderate problems include jerking seizures caused by a high fever, pain and stiffness in the joints, and a temporarily low platelet count. The low platelet count could lead to a bleeding disorder. Contact your doctor right away if the child is hoarse or wheezing, is pale, h
