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What micro organism causes measles?
The measles virus, specifically the Measles morbillivirus, is responsible for causing measles in humans. It is highly contagious and is spread through respiratory droplets from coughs and sneezes of an infected person. Vaccination is an effective way to prevent measles.
What can MMR vaccine for measles prevent?
Measles, Mumps, Rubella.
How does the measles vaccine work to protect against the measles virus?
The measles vaccine works by introducing a weakened or inactive form of the measles virus into the body. This triggers the immune system to produce antibodies that can recognize and fight off the virus if the person is exposed to it in the future. This helps to prevent the person from getting sick with measles.
When are measles most contagouse?
Measles is most contagious during the period starting four days before the rash appears and continuing until four days after. This is when the virus is present in high concentrations in the nose and throat. Vaccination is the best way to prevent measles transmission.
What does mmr vaccine prevent?
MEASLES, MUMPS, RUBELLA
What are the chances of getting the measles?
Not a big chance
Can you go blind after getting the measles?
Not usually.
Who get measles?
you get them from getting sick. ex: like getting the chicken pox.
Can you prevent rubella?
you can get the mmr vacsination (measles,mumps and rubella)
Why was MMR introduced?
To prevent the occurence of measles, mumps, and rubella.
How do you cure Measles?
There is no specific treatment for measles mainly because it is a viral infection and the management is usually of the symptoms. Sometimes antibiotics are given to manage bacterial complications accompanying measles such as pneumonia. It is best to get vaccinated against measles with the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rublla) which will prevent you from having measles in the future.
Does having the measles make you immune from shingles?
No, in fact Measles causes Shingles later in life. If you have had Measles you may very well develop Shingles when you are elderly. There is a vaccine for Shingles, but it's only available to those over the age of 60.
