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MMR Vaccine in Adults

Medically reviewed by Drugs. com. Last updated on Sep 24, 2019.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

What is the MMR vaccine?

The MMR vaccine is an injection given to help prevent measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR). Measles causes a skin rash to appear on your head and upper neck. The rash may slowly spread to your hands and feet. Mumps can infect many parts of your body and usually causes inflammation of your parotid glands. These glands make saliva and are found in your cheeks. Rubella causes a skin rash that usually starts on your face. The rash may spread to your chest, abdomen, back, arms, and legs.

Who should get the MMR vaccine?

You may need the MMR vaccine if you do not have evidence of immunity to measles, mumps, or rubella. Dota 2 w33haa mmr vaccine You may need 1 or 2 doses at least 4 weeks apart if:

• You were born before 1957 and work in healthcare.
• You were born during or after 1957 and:
  • You are a college student.
  • You work in healthcare.
  • You plan to travel internationally.
  • You have recently been near someone with MMR.
  • You live in an area where MMR is common or there is an outbreak.
  • You have been vaccinated with nonliving measles vaccine or an unknown type of measles vaccine between 1963 and 1967.
  • You have been vaccinated with nonliving mumps vaccine or an unknown type of mumps vaccine before 1979 and are high risk.
  • You have not had the MMR vaccine and you live with a person who has a weak immune system.

Who should not get the MMR vaccine?

You should not get the MMR vaccine if:

• You have a record of receiving 2 doses of the MMR vaccine
• You are immune to MMR as shown by a lab test
• You have had an allergic reaction to gelatin, antibiotic medicine, or a previous MMR vaccine

Who should wait to get the MMR vaccine?

You may need to wait to get the MMR vaccine if:

• You are sick or have a fever.
• You are pregnant. Do not get pregnant for 1 month after you get the MMR vaccine.
• You have received other vaccines. Wait at least 4 weeks before you get the MMR vaccine.
• Ask whether you should get the MMR vaccine if:
  • You are being treated with medicine that affects the immune system, such as steroids.
  • You have a disease that weakens the immune system, such as cancer, HIV, or AIDS.
  • You have a family member with a history of an immune system problem.
  • You have untreated, active tuberculosis (TB) or a history of blood problems, such as thrombocytopenia. Dota 2 w33haa mmr vaccine
  • You have received a blood transfusion in the past 3 to 11 months.

What are the risks of the MMR vaccine?

The area where the vaccine was given may be red, tender, or swollen. You may get a fever, mild rash, or swollen glands in your cheeks or neck. Your joints may be painful and inflamed. You may have an allergic reaction to the vaccine. The MMR vaccine may cause a low platelet count, which may lead to internal bleeding. This can be life-threatening.

Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:

• Your mouth and throat are swollen.
• You are wheezing or have trouble breathing.
• You have chest pain or your heart is beating faster than usual.
• You feel like you are going to faint.

When should I call my doctor?

• Your face is red or swollen.
• You have hives that spread over your body.
• You feel weak or dizzy.
• You have a fever or chills.
• You have swollen lymph glands in your cheeks or neck.
• Your joints are painful and swollen.
• You have increased pain, redness, or swelling around the area where the shot was given.
• You have questions or concerns about the MMR vaccine.

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