MEASLES

Description

• It is a viral infection of the respiratory system
• It is also known as rubella

Symptoms

• Fever
• Cough
• Runny nose
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Tiny white spots inside the mouth
• Enlarged, tender lymph nodes

Risk factors

• Vitamin A deficiency
• Being unvaccinated

• Diagnostic Tests
• Physical examination
• Blood test

Treatment

• Post-exposure vaccination
• Immune serum globulin
• Antibiotics
• Acetaminophen
• Rest to help boost your immune system
• Plenty of fluids
• Humidifier to ease a cough and sore throat
• Vitamin A supplements
• Lifestyle management
• Routine vaccination
• Human normal immunoglobulin
• Healthy diet
• Use of humidifier