PATIENT INFORMATION

Measles

 

What is Measles❓

 Highly infectious illness caused by a virus

 Spread by touching, sneezing and coughing

 

What are the symptoms of Measles❓

 Fever 🌡

 Sore eyes 👁

 Small white spots in the mouth 👄

 Dry cough

 Vomiting and diarrhoea 🤮

 Red, blotchy rash

 Children usually quite unwell for 3-5 days ⌛

 

How do you diagnose Measles❓

 Characteristic rash and symptoms

 Saliva test

 

How do you treat Measles❓

 Paracetamol or ibuprofen 💊

 Drinking plenty of fluid

 

Why should I worry Measles❓

 Dehydration 💧

 A fit

 Drowsiness

 Breathing difficulties

 Eye infections 👁

 

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