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Measles: What are your symptoms?
Measles is a disease that can be deadly in young children, although it can be prevented thanks to vaccination. Know what are the symptoms to go to the doctor in a timely manner.
Measles symptoms range from intense fever to rash in the body. The image is only illustrative (Free Press Photo: Freepik)
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He measles It is an infection caused by a virus that can contract during childhood. In the past it was quite frequent, but now it can be prevented Thanks to vaccinationindicates the Mayo Clinic.
However, international statistics reflect that thousands of deaths are still registered worldwide because of this disease, mainly in children. According to data from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), This is one of the main causes of infant mortality.
OPS emphasizes that there is no specific antiviral treatment to combat this virus, which can be serious in children’s populations suffering from malnutrition or have the weakened immune system:
“In populations with high levels of malnutrition and lack of adequate health care, Measles can kill 10 percent of cases”, Indicates the PAHO.
What are the symptoms of measles?
According to the MSD manual and other specialized sources, these are The symptoms They could manifest when a patient has a measles picture:
- High fever
- Nasal congestion (rhinorrhea)
- White spots on the face, especially on the cheeks
- Cough
- Red, inflamed and crying eyes
- Red pruriginous cutaneous eruption in different parts of the body
- Sore throat
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What are the stages of measles?
According to specialists from the May Clinic, the infection develops during two to three weeks In different stages, characterized by the following signs:
- Incubation: occurs during the first 10 to 14 days of infection. At this stage there are no symptoms.
- Nonspecific symptoms: Measles can start with Mild to moderate feveraccompanied by continuous cough, nasal drip, ocular inflammation and throat pain. This stage lasts between two and three days.
- Acute phase and appearance of the rash: The outbreak is presented as Red spots Small ones that appear first on the face and then extend towards other parts of the body such as arms, chest and back. The fever rises abruptly, even up to 41 degrees Celsius.
- Recovery: The rash lasts approximately one week and disappears progressively. Although the symptoms are reduced, cough and peeling From the skin they can persist for up to 10 days.
If a person presents these symptoms, it is recommended to look for medical attention immediately to prevent complications. It is also important to remember that A infected patient can transmit the virus for an approximate period of eight days: four days before the appearance of the rashes and up to four days later.
For prevention, Experts worldwide recommend vaccinationaccording to the doses established by the specialist. Remember that this information is guidance and, given any particular questions, It is advisable to consult the header doctor.
