Pain after MMR vaccination
Pain after a vaccination against mumps, measles and rubella is normal to a certain extent. There may be local side effects such as redness around the injection needle site, a slight swelling, and muscle soreness, both at the injection site. There may also be flu-like symptoms such as muscle and limb pain all over the body.
These reactions are normal and to a certain extent necessary for the immune system to build up sufficient protection. Usually the symptoms disappear after 3 days.
