Measles symptoms
Rapid spread diseases include measles. Measles is called Measles, whose outbreak is covered in America. There have been many cases of measles in the US in the last few months. Due to which the concern of health officials has increased. Health experts said that a case of death of another child from measles has come to light in South West USA and now about 650 people are infected with the disease. Measles is a rapidly spread infectious disease, with children the most. Especially young children whose immunity is weak, this disease can also prove to be fatal. India is also constantly trying to get measles liberation. The government is running a Mount vaccination campaign in this direction. In such a situation, it is important to know measles symptoms and prevention measures.
How does measles spread?
This disease is caused by ‘measles virus’, which spreads in the air through breath droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. This virus becomes rapidly contagious, which can infect any person who has not been vaccinated. In some cases, the virus may be present in the air for two hours. Due to which the risk of its grip in public places like schools and hospitals increases. People who have not vaccinated come quickly. The same has happened in America. The measles was over here, due to which people were negligent in the vaccine and rescue and this disease again appeared.
Measles symptoms
Measles symptoms usually appear 10 to 14 days after exposed to the virus. These initial symptoms are seen in the body of an infected person.
High fever coughing nose eyes red and water damage
As the disease increases, redness, spotted rash usually appear on the face. Which spread to the rest of the body. The rash often starts on the third day of the disease and can last for several days. Other symptoms may include fatigue, body pain and diarrhea.
Measles prevention
Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent measles. The MMR vaccine (measles, kanthamala and rubella) is safe and highly effective. The two doses of which can protect you from this virus for a long time. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that the first dose of MMR vaccine should be given to children from 12 to 15 months of age and second dose from the age of 4 to 6 years.
How to avoid measles?
Get yourself vaccinated by yourself and your family. Ensure that all the members of your house have been vaccinated by MMR. Avoid contact with infected persons. If someone has measles or its symptoms in your house, avoid going to public places and stay at home. Maintain good cleanliness. Wash hands regularly, cover your mouth and nose while coughing or sneezing, and avoid touching your face. If you or any member of your family see symptoms of measles, consult a doctor for test and further mechanic help.
(The tips suggested in this article are only for common information. Be sure to consult your doctor before starting any kind of fitness program related to health or to make any changes in your diet or any measures related to any disease. India TV does not confirm the authenticity of any kind of claim.)
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