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In most low-income countries.
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How long after recovering from measles can there be a serious swelling of the brain?
Called encephalitis, this can occur up to several weeks after the basic measles symptoms have resolved.
Where are Exanthems found?
They occur anywhere on the body, and often resemble diseases such as measles
What were German measles called during World War 1?
During World War I, German measles were commonly referred to as "German measles" in English, but they were also known as "rubella." The term "German measles" is believed to have originated because the disease was first described in Germany in the 18th century. The name was used to distinguish it from regular measles, which is caused by a different virus.
Can the measles cause brain damage?
Yes, measles can lead to serious complications, including brain damage. One rare but severe complication is subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), which can occur several years after the initial infection, leading to progressive neurological decline. Additionally, encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain, can occur during the acute phase of measles, potentially resulting in long-term neurological issues. Vaccination is the best way to prevent measles and its associated complications.
What can cause Secondary encephalitis?
Secondary encephalitis may occur with measles, chickenpox, mumps, rubella, and EBV
What part of the world are measles found in?
in high temeperatures
Can you get blisters with German measles?
you can in measles you can in measles
How widespread is measles?
Measles infections appear all over the world. Prior to the current effective immunization program, large-scale measles outbreaks occurred on a two to three-year cycle, usually in the winter and spring.
What is the singular of measles?
I thought measles was already the singular word. For example, "He has measles." Measles is already plural as well. For example, "They all have measles."
Is measles an deficiency disease?
Measles is not a deficiency disease. Measles is caused by measles virus. This is an infectious disease.
Can measles virus cause paralysis?
Yes, the measles virus can lead to paralysis in rare cases. One of the severe complications associated with measles is subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), a progressive neurological disorder that can develop years after the initial infection and may result in paralysis. Additionally, encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain that can occur during the measles infection, can also lead to neurological damage and paralysis. However, these complications are uncommon.
What is the plural form of measles?
Measles is the plural form of the disease measles.
