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Home -> Shop By Store -> MeaslesMeaslesWhat is Measles ?Measles, also known as rubeola, is a very contagious respiratory infection that causes cold symptoms, fever and a characteristic rash. Causes of Measles It is caused by the measles virus, which usually spreads from person to person through coughs and sneezes, and through contact with used tissues, shared drinking glasses, dirty hands that touched a runny nose, or other contaminated surfaces. Once the virus enters the body, the infection spreads throughout the respiratory tract to the skin and to other body organs. Symptoms of Measles Measles symptoms begin about eight to 12 days after exposure to a contagious person. The first symptoms include cough, runny and stuffy nose, a general, sick feeling (malaise), red eyes with tearing (conjunctivitis), and a fever up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Within two to four days, these symptoms can be followed by the appearance of Koplik's spots in the mouth. These are blue-white or gray spots with a red background, located inside the cheeks near the back molars. The measles rash usually is characterized by pink or bright red spots that are not itchy. It typically begins at the hairline and behind the ears, then spreads downward to the neck, trunk, arms and legs, palms and soles. Diagnosis of Measles The doctor will check for signs of a congested nose, red eyes, Koplik's spots and the typical measles rash. Your doctor will ask if you have been exposed to anyone who has measles or an undiagnosed rash. Even if you did not have face-to-face contact with an infected person, your doctor will want to know if you attend the same school, live in the same household or dormitory or work in the same building. |
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