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In 1896, children contracted measles primarily through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughed or sneezed. The highly contagious nature of the virus meant that it could easily spread in crowded environments, such as schools or homes. Limited medical knowledge and lack of vaccines at the time contributed to widespread outbreaks, as many children had not been exposed to the disease and lacked immunity.
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What are the reasons that children get measles?
reason for having measles
What do measles prey on?
Measles prey on humans and children so mainly anyone
What year did Dr Henry Koplik descover measles?
Dr. Henry Koplik did not discover measles; rather, he is known for identifying "Koplik spots," which are a diagnostic sign of measles, in 1896. Measles itself has been recognized for centuries, with descriptions dating back to ancient times. The virus causing measles was later isolated in 1954.
What impact can vitamin A have on children with measles encephalitis?
Some studies have shown that children with measles encephalitis benefit from relatively large doses of vitamin A.
What happened to some Irish children over fear of the measles vaccine?
Several children died during an outbreak of measles in Dublin because they had not received the vaccine.
Why should children with measles never be given aspirin to relieve pain and fever?
Children with measles should never be given aspirin, as this has caused the fatal disease Reye's syndrome in the past.
What is the most life threatening illness for children in developing countries?
Measles
Were the measles fatal?
Many children from developed countries used to die of measles in past. Rest of them had depressed immunity for next three months after recovery.
How does measles vaccine prevent diarrhea?
Children who have measles., or have had the disease in the previous four weeks, have a substantially increased risk of developing severe or fatal diarrhea or dysentery (there is some evidence that the increased risk lasts up to six months after measles). Because of the strong relationship between measles and serious diarrhea, and the effectiveness of measles vaccines, measles immunization is a very cost-effective measure for reducing diarrhea morbidity and deaths. Measles vaccine given at 9 months of age can prevent up to 25% of diarrhea-associated deaths in children under 5 years of age.
How can you use maladies in a sentence?
Mumps and measles are two of the common maladies of children.
How are measles cured?
Treatment includes bed rest, lots of fluids and medicine for fever and headache. Antibiotics do not help -- either to cure measles or to prevent it. There are no anti-viral drugs for treating measles.
What is the worst strain of measles?
There isn't a specific "worst strain" of measles, as the measles virus is generally consistent in its pathogenicity. However, the morbidity and mortality associated with measles can be influenced by factors such as the individual's health, nutrition, and access to medical care. Complications from measles can be severe, including pneumonia, encephalitis, and death, particularly in malnourished children or those with weakened immune systems. Vaccination remains the most effective way to prevent measles and its complications.
