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- Symptoms of rubella include: Children: Low grade fever, swollen glands, joint pain, headache, conjunctivitis, rash Adults and children:
- swollen glands or lymph nodes (may persist for up to a week)
- fever (rarely rises above 38 degrees Celsius [100.4 degrees Fahrenheit])
- rash (Appears on the face and then spreads to the trunk and limbs. It appears as pink dots under the skin. It appears on the first or third day of the illness but it disappears after a few days with no staining or peeling of the skin)
- Forchheimer's sign occurs in 20% of cases, and is characterized by small, red papules on the area of the soft palate
- flaking, dry skin
- nerves become weak or numb (very rare)[1]
1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubella
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What are the symptoms of rebella?
It is actually spelled 'rubella.' Early symptoms of rubella include a mild fever, swollen lymph glands, tiredness, muscle and body aches, headache, and watery, red eyes. The rubella rash usually lasts about three days and is known as "three day measles."
What has the same symptoms as measles but is not?
There is more than one type of measles (plus 21 strains), rubella, smallpox, and chickenpox all have similar signs and symptoms.
What are the symptons of rubella?
There are many symptoms that are associated with rubella, but you don't necessarily have to have all of the symptoms to have the disease.A partial list of symptoms:Flu like syndrome.A rash that begins on the face and spreads to the trunk.The rash fades after 3 days.Low feverSwollen glandsJoint painConjunctivitisHeadacheSkin may shed after rash is gone
What is reubella?
Rubella is commonly known as the German Measles. It symptoms include fever, headache, runny nose, rash, and muscle/joint pain. It's very dangerous to pregnant women because it can pass to their unborn baby causing miscarriage, stillbirth and birth defects. While there is no cure for Rubella, one can prevent it by getting an MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. If you do get it symptoms like fever can be treated with acetaminophen.
Who do they cur rubella?
Rubella, also known as German measles, is primarily prevented through vaccination rather than treated. The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is highly effective in providing immunity. If a person contracts rubella, treatment focuses on relieving symptoms, as the infection typically resolves on its own. Pregnant women are particularly advised to avoid exposure due to the risk of serious birth defects.
Can you give rubella vaccine to positive rubella patient?
Can you give rubella vaccine to positive rubella patient?
What are symptoms of rubella-infected newborns?
Newborns infected with rubella early in the pregnancy may have low birth weight; bruising; bluish-red skin lesions; enlarged lymph nodes; enlarged liver and spleen; brain inflammation; and pneumonia.
Is rubella red?
Rubella is a disease caused by the rubella virus. The name "rubella" is derived from the Latin, meaning "little red."
Is rubella dangerous for men?
Rubella, also known as German measles, is generally considered less dangerous for men than for women, particularly because it poses a significant risk to pregnant women and their unborn children. In men, rubella can lead to mild symptoms such as fever and rash, and in rare cases, complications like arthritis or orchitis (inflammation of the testicles). However, the main concern with rubella is its potential to cause congenital rubella syndrome in fetuses if a woman contracts the virus during pregnancy. Overall, while rubella is not typically severe for men, vaccination is still important for public health.
What is rubella vaccine used for?
MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is the vaccine used to prevent rubella.
What does rubella affect?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubella
Is rubella a latent viruse?
No, it is not. However, congenital rubella syndrome is. This occurs when a pregnant woman contracts rubella early on in her pregnancy. The rubella may or may not affect the infant.
