A widespread skin rash is a classic sign of measles. This rash can last up to seven days and generally appears within the first three to five days of exposure to the virus. A measles rash, which appears as red, itchy bumps, commonly develops on the head and slowly spreads to other parts of the body.
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There are two types of measles: Measles: This is the standard form caused by the rubeola virus. Rubella, or German measles: This is caused by the rubella virus.
The Measles Vaccine Immunizations are by far the best way to prevent the spread of measles. Thanks to the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, the virus has been mostly wiped out in the United States. That doesn't mean no one gets measles anymore; it’s just not constantly around. If you live in the U.S. and do get it, it's usually because someone brought it in from another country.
A high fever is normally the first sign of measles. It usually starts 10 to 12 days after you were exposed to the virus. The fever will last 4 to 7 days. During that time, you might develop the following symptoms: Runny nose Red eyes Sore throat Tiny white bumps in your mouth (doctors call these Koplik spots) Rash. It usually starts at the hairline and spreads to the neck, torso, limbs, feet, and hands. If you get measles, you’ll be sick for a couple of weeks. Fortunately, it’s preventable.
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GeneralMedicines :Medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Children's Motrin, others) or naproxen (Aleve) to help relieve the fever that accompanies measles.
