After receiving a vaccine, it is common for children to develop a lump or knot in their leg, which is a normal reaction. These knots are typically painless and go away in a few days or weeks. Persistent knots may indicate a granuloma, possibly caused by an inflammatory response to the vaccine. However, this is not a reason to skip or delay vaccination.
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After receiving the MMR vaccine, it’s common for children to develop a fever, typically within 12 to 24 hours, lasting a few days. This reaction is a nonspecific immune response indicating the vaccine is working. Febrile seizures are not uncommon but are not considered serious. Contact a healthcare provider if fever persists or if other concerning symptoms develop.
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Reports of transient myocarditis, which have mostly been mild, are not a reason to skip or delay your teen’s COVID vaccine.
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