Pediatric Pearls. Measles (Rubeola)
March 5, 2024
It is of great public health concern that measles (rubeola) is reappearing in the United States.
Measles is a highly contagious illness caused by a virus that an infected person easily spreads when breathing, coughing or sneezing.
Symptoms
Symptoms occur 7-10 days after contact with the virus and include:
High fever (up to 104)
Cough
Runny nose (coryza)
Red/w…