Measles
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Measles is an acute viral infectious disease. It is characterized by small red dots appearing on the surface of the skin, irritation of the eyes, coughing, a fever that can peak as high as 103 degrees F to 105 degrees F, and a runny nose and/or conjunctivitis (pink eye). About 12 days after the first exposure, the fever, sneezing, and runny nose appear. Coughing and swelling of the neck glands often follow. Four days later, red spots appear on the face or neck and then on the trunk and limbs. In 2 or 3 days the rash diminishes and the fever falls. Some peeling of the involved skin areas may take place.
Approximately 20% of reported measles cases experience one or more complications. These complications are more common among children under 5 years of age. Measles causes ear infections in nearly one out of every 10 children who get it...