NCIt definition : A highly contagious viral infection caused by the measles virus. Symptoms appear 8-12
days after exposure and include a rash, cough, fever and muscle pains that can last
4-7 days. Measles vaccines are available to provide prophylaxis, usually combined
with mumps and rubella vaccines (MMR).;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A highly contagious infection that is caused by Rubeola (measles virus). Symptoms
include coryza and fever followed by a descending, coalescing macular or maculopapular
rash.;
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