Measles is one of the most contagious and rapidly spread viruses. It is important that measles be detected as soon as possible, because it is so contagious. Measles lives in the nose and throat of the infected person. It is an airborne virus, which means it is spread through coughing and sneezing, but also can be spread by coming into contact with infected air. It can also be contracted by coming into contact with an infected surface, then in turn putting your fingers in mouth, nose, or rubbing your eyes. It is possible to spread the disease without knowing, and symptoms may not be noticed in children.
The symptoms may appear as flu-like in the beginning. Initially symptoms appear as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, fatigue, headache, fever, …show more content…
Measles does not cause pneumonia, but it is a result of bacteria infecting the lungs. Pneumonia as a result of measles is the most common cause of death in relation to measles, especially in children. Pneumonia can be treated with antibiotics. Brain swelling is also serious, and can cause mental disability. Even more rare complications include hepatitis, appendicitis, heart and kidney problems.
The first cases of measles were reported in the seventeenth century. Measles was once the most common illness of children in North America. Measles was eliminated in the United States, but it still brought into the country by people who travel in and out of the country unvaccinated.
The vaccine was developed in 1963, and is highly developed. There is a series of two immunizations; children receive the first at twelve to fifteen months old, and the second at four to six years old. Vaccinations have dramatically decreased deaths caused from measles (75% decrease). Over 90% of unimmunized people who come in contact with the virus will get it. Once one receives the vaccine, they are almost always immune. When you have already had measles, you most likely won’t get it again in your
The symptoms may appear as flu-like in the beginning. Initially symptoms appear as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, fatigue, headache, fever, …show more content…
Measles does not cause pneumonia, but it is a result of bacteria infecting the lungs. Pneumonia as a result of measles is the most common cause of death in relation to measles, especially in children. Pneumonia can be treated with antibiotics. Brain swelling is also serious, and can cause mental disability. Even more rare complications include hepatitis, appendicitis, heart and kidney problems.
The first cases of measles were reported in the seventeenth century. Measles was once the most common illness of children in North America. Measles was eliminated in the United States, but it still brought into the country by people who travel in and out of the country unvaccinated.
The vaccine was developed in 1963, and is highly developed. There is a series of two immunizations; children receive the first at twelve to fifteen months old, and the second at four to six years old. Vaccinations have dramatically decreased deaths caused from measles (75% decrease). Over 90% of unimmunized people who come in contact with the virus will get it. Once one receives the vaccine, they are almost always immune. When you have already had measles, you most likely won’t get it again in your