Is it possible for a child to get the measles if they have had the mmr vaccine?
December 10th, 2008 | by BeHealthy |hannah61813 asked:
My son woke up with a red raised rash on his torso and chin area this morning- that is the only symptom- no fever or anything.
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My son woke up with a red raised rash on his torso and chin area this morning- that is the only symptom- no fever or anything.
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8 Responses to “Is it possible for a child to get the measles if they have had the mmr vaccine?”
By oh_my_xx45 on Dec 10, 2008 | Reply
I would say that maybe he got into some posion oak.
By Pat S on Dec 11, 2008 | Reply
hi
yes they can get measles after the vaccine, it will be a less severe case as in the flu vaccine, it does not prevent the flu only lessens the severity of it. see your pediatrician if you suspect measles or call the nurse. increase fluids, give your son out of the heat for comfort measures. Follow your Dr advice. Good luck, Pat
By chris s on Dec 12, 2008 | Reply
Prevention
Measles is a highly preventable infection. A very effective vaccine exists, made of live measles viruses which have been treated so that they cannot cause actual infection. The important markers on the viruses are intact, however, which causes an individual’s immune system to react. Immune cells called antibodies are produced, which in the event of a future infection with measles virus will quickly recognize the organism, and kill it off. Measles vaccines are usually given at about 15 months of age; because prior to that age, the baby’s immune system is not mature enough to initiate a reaction strong enough to insure long-term protection from the virus. A repeat injection should be given at about 10 or 11 years of age. Outbreaks on college campuses have occurred among unimmunized or incorrectly immunized students
By BSB_Baby_Love on Dec 14, 2008 | Reply
It depends. How old is your son? Vaccines don’t “wear off”, but sometimes the recommended dose is not enough for all people throughout their life.
I’m 22 and needed a booster of MMR because I wasn’t immune to Rubella.
You pediatrician can diagnose the rash, and if you are concerned about his immunity, you can have titers drawn that will tell you his level of immunity to each disease that he has been vaccinated aganist.
By my2centsworth on Dec 16, 2008 | Reply
Could be heat rash or Rosiolis (I probably spelled that wrong). It’s a minor form of the measles that most kids get when they are very young. It would be nothing to worry about. See your pediatrician.
By gale c on Dec 18, 2008 | Reply
yes he can but in a mild case he wouldn’t get it that bad only if he didn’t get the shot