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Clinical Reference Systems: Pediatric Advisor 10.0
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Measles Vaccine Rash
DESCRIPTION
The live measles vaccine has prevented many deaths and
serious complications of the disease. The vaccine is given
to children over 12 months of age. About 20% of children
develop some mild symptoms 7 to 10 days after they are
vaccinated. A slight pink rash on the trunk usually lasts 2
or 3 days. A fever is usually 101 to 103 degrees F (38.4 to
39.5 degrees C) and lasts less than 3 days.
HOME CARE
None is needed. The measles vaccine rash is harmless and not
contagious.
CALL YOUR CHILD'S PHYSICIAN DURING OFFICE HOURS IF:
- The rash becomes itchy.
- The rash changes to purple spots or dots.
- The rash lasts more than 3 days.
- You have other questions or concerns.
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