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Rubella is a contagious infection that leaves a rash on your skin. Rubella is also called German Measles. The rash looks like either pink or light red spots, which can form evenly colored patches. Rubella can lead to swollen lymph nodes in other parts of the body, and pain and swelling in the joints. Rubella in pregnant woman can cause congenital rubella syndrome. Children who are infected with rubella pre-birth are at risk for many things such as growth and mental retardation, malformations of the heart and eyes, deafness, and liver, spleen, and bone marrow problems. It's very serious for pregnant women diagnosed with rubella get a vaccine immediately.
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What does rubella igg reactive mean?
Rubella IgG is a specific antibody which our body's defenses has produced in response to a prior exposure, in this case, the virus Rubella.
What part of the body does rubella effect?
the lungs
What are the uses of the rubella vaccine?
Rubella virus vaccine is used to prevent rubella infection (German measles). It works by stimulating the body to produce antibodies to rubella. Rubella is a highly contagious disease that is caused by a virus. In children, the disease is usually mild with fever and a rash.
What is Rubella?
Rubella IgG is a specific antibody which our body's defenses has produced in response to a prior exposure, in this case, the virus Rubella.
Can you give rubella vaccine to positive rubella patient?
Can you give rubella vaccine to positive rubella patient?
Is rubella red?
Rubella is a disease caused by the rubella virus. The name "rubella" is derived from the Latin, meaning "little red."
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."
How is rubella characterized?
Rubella, also known as German measles, is characterized by a mild rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. The rash typically begins on the face and spreads to the rest of the body, often accompanied by symptoms like headache and conjunctivitis. While it is generally a mild illness in children and adults, rubella can have serious consequences during pregnancy, potentially leading to congenital rubella syndrome in the fetus. Vaccination has significantly reduced the incidence of rubella worldwide.
What body systems does rubella affect?
It affects the skin, respiratory system, and the reproductive system (underside of balls)
What is rubella vaccine used for?
MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) is the vaccine used to prevent rubella.
What is rubella immunity?
Rubella immunity refers to the body's ability to resist infection from the rubella virus, which causes the illness known as German measles. This immunity can be acquired through vaccination, typically the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, or through previous infection with the virus. Individuals with rubella immunity are protected from contracting the disease and are less likely to transmit it, which is particularly important for protecting vulnerable populations, such as pregnant women, who are at risk for severe complications. Testing for rubella immunity is often done in prenatal care to ensure the health of both the mother and the developing fetus.
What does rubella affect?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubella
