4. Measles What is it? Rash caused by a virus Causes A viral infection spread through contact of droplets from the nose, eye, mouth and throat Incidence Those who have had vaccinations or have previously contracted the measles are now immune to re-infection
5. Measles (cont.) Symptoms Bloodshot eyes Cough Fever Sensitivity to light Muscle Pain Rash (itchy, red areas that spread together) Redness and/or irritation of the eyes Runny nose Sore throat White spots in the mouth (Koplik’s spots)
6. Measles (cont.) Risk Factor Parents avoid vaccinations because of myths that the vaccine can cause autism Test Serology for measles Treatment No specific treatment Acetaminophen Bed rest Humid air
7. Measles (cont.) Prevention Routine immunization Taking serum immune globulin 6 days after exposure could reduce or prevent the effects of the virus Complications Bronchitis Encephalitis Ear infection Pneumonia
9. Mumps What is it? Painful swelling of the salivary glands Causes Mumps is a virus spread from person-to-person through respiratory droplets (i.e. sneezing) Incidence Most common in 2-12 year olds Contracting after exposure to the virus usually takes 12-24 days
10. Mumps (cont.) Symptoms Pain in the face Fever Headache Sore throat Swelling of the salivary glands Swelling of the jaw Specific to men: Testicle pain or lump Swelling of the scrotum
11. Mumps (cont.) Risk Factor Parents avoid vaccinations because of myths that the vaccine can cause autism Test Physically examining the salivary glands for swelling (not test) Treatment No specific treatment Ice or heat packs and acetaminophen for pain
12. Mumps (cont.) Prevention MMR immunization between the age of: 12-15 months Again between 4-6 years Again between 11-12 years
14. Rubella What is it? Also known as German measles or three-day measles Causes Rubella is a virus spread from person-to-person through air or close contact Incidence The virus is spread from 1 week before the rash begins, to 1-2 weeks after the rash is gone
15. Rubella (cont.) Symptoms Inflammation or bloodshot eyes Muscle or joint pain Bruising is a rare symptom Fever (adults) Headache (adults) Runny nose (adults)
16. Rubella (cont.) Risk Factor Parents avoid vaccinations because of myths that the vaccine can cause autism MMR vaccine wears off in adults Test Nasal or throat swab sent for a culture Treatment No specific treatment Acetaminophen for fever
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