Friday, January 3, 2014

Characteristics of Measles


1. The virus is  spread by breathing in virus-containing droplets or by touching contaminated surfaces.

2. The virus grows in cells in the back of the throat and lungs. Symptoms appear after 10 to 12 days.

3. Infected person has a fever lasting two to four days followed by a cough, runny nose and red watery eyes.

4. A rash, lasting five to six days appears about the face and head, spreading through the torso to the hands and feet.

5. The virus can be transmitted from four days prior to and four days after the appearance of the rash

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