Quantcast A red, swollen, sore throat is common with measles. Runny, red eyes are typical of measles. This image displays the measles rash, which typically starts on the face and then spreads down the body. In people with darker sin, the diffuse red to pink rash of measles is harder to see; the few normal areas of skin can be seen near the nipple area in this child. This image displays a rash on the face and red, peeling lips typical of measles in its early stage. The measles rash often appears behind the ears when it starts on the face.
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Measles (Rubeola):
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Self-Care Guidelines
  • Make sure everyone in contact with the ill child has been vaccinated against measles or had measles in the past.
  • Treat fever with acetaminophen (Tylenol®) or ibuprofen.
  • Encourage the child to drink fluid and to rest.
  • Use a cool-mist vaporizer to reduce coughing.
When to Seek Medical Care
  • Call your child's doctor if you think he or she has measles, particularly if the child is an infant or has any medication or condition that weakens the immune system.
  • Call the doctor immediately if the child has problems breathing, confusion, vision problems, or pain in the chest or belly.
Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008

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