Measles Flashcards
1
Q
Features
A
If an acute exanthematous illness is not accompanied by a dry cough and red eyes, it is unlikely to be measles.
Features:
blotchy red maculopapular rash + 3 Cs:
- cough
- coryza
- conjunctivitis
2
Q
Complications
A
Encephalitis (1 in 1000) is the complication of concern.
3
Q
Diagnosis:
A
serology or nasophanyngeal aspirate (PCR)
4
Q
Treatment
A
No specific treatment
Symptomatic (e.g. cough linctus)
Rest quietly and avoid bright lights
Stay in bed until fever subsides
Ample fluid intake
Exclusions (patient 5 d, non-immunised contacts 14 d)
5
Q
Prevention
A
Combined vaccine at 12 mths and 18 mths
