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Measles (Rubeola) : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • Measles Virus

Causes Overview Articles

Measles
The infection is spread by contact with droplets from the nose, mouth, or throat of an infected person. Sneezing and coughing can put contaminated droplets into the air.
Source:ADAM
Date:August 1, 2008
Measles
Measles is caused by a type of virus called a paramyxovirus. It is an extremely contagious infection, spread through the tiny droplets that may spray into the air when an individual carrying the virus sneezes or coughs.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Measles
Measles is caused by a type of virus called a paramyxovirus. It is an extremely contagious infection, spread through the tiny droplets that may spray into the air when an individual carrying the virus sneezes or coughs.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Measles
Measles is almost always diagnosed based on its characteristic symptoms, including Koplik's spots, and a rash that spreads from central body structures out towards the arms and legs. If there is any doubt as to the diagnosis, then a specimen of bo...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Causes Articles

Measles
Measles is a viral respiratory illness characterized by high fever and generalized rash. Symptoms start ten to twelve days after airborne exposure and include fever, malaise, conjunctivitis, runny nose, and cough.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Public Health
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