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   How is a measles infection treated?

   • There's no specific treatment for a measles infection once it occurs. Treatment includes providing comfort measures to relieve symptoms, such as rest, and treating or preventing complications. However, some measures can be taken to protect individuals who don't have immunity to measles after they've been exposed to the virus.

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   What should I do if my child has measles?

   • If a bacterial infection, such as pneumonia or an ear infection, develops while you or your child has measles, your health care provider may prescribe an antibiotic. Vitamin A. Children with low levels of vitamin A are more likely to have a more severe case of measles. Giving a child vitamin A may lessen the severity of measles infection.

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   What diseases can I get if I have measles?

   • Chickenpox. Hand, foot and mouth disease. Roseola. Rubella. Scarlet fever. Contact your healthcare provider if you come into contact with someone who has measles. While most cases of measles may be uncomfortable, you can treat the symptoms with rest and over-the-counter pain relievers.

   Measles: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › measlesMeasles - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   May 11, 2022 · Measles is a contagious disease that causes a rash and fever. Treatment includes providing comfort measures, such as rest, and treating or preventing complications. Some measures can be taken to protect people who don't have immunity to measles after exposure, such as post-exposure vaccination or immune serum globulin.

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   • When Should People Be Vaccinated For Measles?
   • Who Shouldn’T Get A Measles Vaccine?
   • What Precautions Can I Take If I May Be Exposed to Measles?

   There are two types of vaccines that protect against measles: the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine and the measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (MMRV) vaccine.

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   Pregnant people shouldn’t get a measles vaccine. There may be other reasons why you shouldn’t get one, such as an immune system disease or an allergic reaction to a previous vaccine. There may be reasons why you should wait to get one. It’s important to discuss this with your healthcare provider and to answer all the questions they ask about your m...

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   The best way to prevent measles is to get vaccinated. People who work in a healthcare facility should wear personal protective equipment that includes masks, gowns and clothes when they are in contact with body fluids. You should wash your hands before and after putting on gloves. People who work with children or who are in other industries are enc...

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   Aug 21, 2019 · Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that causes fever, rash, and respiratory problems. Learn how to prevent, diagnose, and treat measles, and when to seek medical care.

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   Learn how to recognize, diagnose, and report measles, a highly contagious viral respiratory illness. Find out about complications, transmission, laboratory testing, and evidence of immunity.

6. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsMeasles - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Apr 16, 2024 · Measles is a highly contagious and serious disease that can cause severe complications and death. Learn how to prevent measles with vaccination, how to treat the symptoms and complications, and how to care for the patients.

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   Nov 5, 2020 · Learn how to prevent measles, a highly contagious virus that can cause complications, from the CDC. Find out if you need the MMR vaccine, how to plan a trip outside the U.S., and what to do if you have symptoms or are exposed to measles.