German Measles Flashcards
1
Q
What is the other name for Rubella?
A
German Measles
2
Q
What is the other name for German Measles?
A
Rubella
3
Q
How is Rubella transmitted?
A
Droplets
4
Q
Rubella causes a viral exanthem, like many others.
How does it kind of differ from other viral infections?
A
Very tender lymphadenopathy
Though not pathognomonic
5
Q
Why is Rubella called 3-day measles?
A
Similar symptoms to measles, except much milder and shorter
“3-days” comes from the rash that starts on day 3
6
Q
Symptoms of Rubella include…
A
- Significant lymphadenopathy
- Low-grade fever
- URI symptoms
- Headache
- Maculopapular rash starting on face, then moving distally
