Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that is spread through contact with an infected person. Symptoms of measles include fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, and a rash that spreads over the body. Complications from measles can include ear infections, pneumonia, and encephalitis (swelling of the brain). Measles can be prevented through vaccination.

The symptoms of measles include fever, runny nose, cough, red and watery eyes, and a rash that usually starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. Other symptoms may include sore throat, swollen glands, and diarrhea.

Measles is caused by a virus in the paramyxovirus family and it is normally passed through direct contact and through the air. The virus infects the respiratory tract, then spreads throughout the body.

The most effective treatment for measles is prevention through vaccination. If a person has already been infected, supportive care is the best treatment. This includes rest, fluids, fever control, and vitamin A supplements. In some cases, antibiotics may be prescribed to treat any secondary bacterial infections.

1. Lack of vaccination
2. Living in or traveling to areas with high rates of measles
3. Living in close quarters with someone who has measles
4. Having a weakened immune system due to a medical condition or treatment
5. Being a young child
6. Being pregnant

Yes, there is a vaccine available to prevent measles. There is no specific treatment for measles, but there are medications that can help relieve symptoms, such as fever-reducing medications and cough suppressants.