Measles

• Having incomplete vaccinations: People typically receive two doses of the vaccine that protects against measles. The second dose is a booster shot. If you have just one dose, you are not as protected against the virus. • Having a compromised immune system: Those with • Nutrient deficiencies: Those who lack proper nutrients, specifically vitamin A, are at an increased risk of a severe case of measles. • Travel: Traveling to areas where measles cases are high, especially while unvaccinated, significantly increases your risk of contracting the infection. The most dangerous complication of measles is neurological damage. Inflammation of the brain and spinal cord and the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord are the most likely to cause death. Screening and Early Detection There are no screening or early detection techniques for measles. However, people can get vaccinated to protect themselves. Vaccinations should be done as early as possible, and two shots are needed to reach the highest possible level of Teenagers and adults who have not been vaccinated against measles can receive both doses anytime as long as the first and second doses are 28 days apart. Summary Measles is a highly contagious viral infection. While it is rare in the United States, cases have sporadically risen and fallen over the last decade. The rise is likely due to changing vaccination rates and international travel to areas of the world where the infection rates are much higher. In ...

Measles is caused by the rubeola virus. It spreads through direct contact with a person with the virus or through droplets in the air. Measles is a highly contagious disease that can lead to life-threatening complications. According to the Vaccination offers effective protection from measles. Some people cannot have the vaccination due to other health conditions, such as a weakened immune system. However, according to an article published by the World Health Organization (WHO), if The Measles is a viral disease that causes uncomfortable symptoms and can lead to life-threatening or life-changing complications. The CDC state that symptoms usually appear Symptoms • a • a • a runny nose • sneezing • watery eyes • • small white spots in the mouth, appearing 2–3 days after early symptoms • a red rash, appearing around 3–5 days after symptoms start The rash usually starts at the hairline and spreads down through the body. It may begin as flat, red spots, but small bumps may appear on top. The spots may join together as they spread. Complications Complications can arise, some of which can be severe. They • vision loss • • severe diarrhea and • additional infections • During pregnancy, measles can lead to: • loss of pregnancy • early delivery • low birth weight Those most • people with a • very young children • adults over the age of 20 years • pregnant women Infection with the rubeola virus causes measles. How symptoms develop The virus enters the body through the These cells move...

The symptoms of chickenpox include: • a rash that initially shows up on your chest, face, and back, but can spread to the rest of your body • • • • decreased appetite The common symptoms of measles include: • a rash that first shows up at your hairline or forehead, and then spreads downward to other parts of your body • fever • hacking cough • runny nose • • red, inflamed eyes ( • Koplik’s spots (small red spots with blue-white centers found inside your mouth and cheeks) While both diseases cause a telltale rash to develop, the appearance of the rash differs between the two viruses. This can be a simple way to distinguish between the two diseases. The chickenpox rash starts with raised red bumps or papules. These bumps turn into itchy fluid-filled blisters, or vesicles, that will eventually rupture and leak before scabbing over. The measles rash appears as flat red spots, although raised bumps may sometimes be present. If bumps appear, they do not have fluid in them. The spots of the measles rash may begin to run together as the rash spreads. Both chickenpox and measles are highly contagious, meaning that you can easily spread them to others. Chickenpox is spread through inhaling respiratory droplets that are generated when a sick person coughs or sneezes. It can also be spread through contact with contaminated surfaces or with fluid from the ruptured blisters. You’re contagious with chickenpox up to two days before the rash appears. You’ll remain contagious until all of y...