Paediatrics OTC - Measles

Question 1

Define measles. (2)

Answer 1

Dangerous disease (REFER!)

Question 2

What are the main features of measles? (6)

Answer 2

Spread droplet inhalation or direct person to person contact.
Incubation period: 7-14 days.
Prodromal period: 3-4 days. Child will demonstrate severe flu like condition and possible conjunctivitis.
Main infectious period in during the prodromal period and for first 2 days of rash.
Koplik’s spots: White spots development on inner cheeks and gums.
Rash then develops behind ears and hairline moving down the trunk.

Question 3

How is Measles treated? (1)

Answer 3

Simple analgesia for symptom relief.

Question 4

What is German Measles/Rubella? (4)

Answer 4

Incubation 14-21 days.
Prodromal phase 5 days.
Not as contagious, often asymptomatic besides cold-like syndrome with lymphadenopathy.
Not spread from head downwards.
Dangerous in early pregnancy.