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German Measles (Rubella) Learning Center

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Rubella is a contagious infection in which there is a rash on the skin.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Children generally have few symptoms. Adults may experience a fever, headache, general discomfort (malaise), and a ru...
Causes
The disease is caused by a virus that is spread through the air or by close contact. A person can transmit the diseas...
Tests
Nasal or throat swab for viral culture; Rubella serology.
Treatments
There is no treatment for this disease. Patients can take acetaminophen to reduce fever. Defects that occur with cong...
Drugs
  • No Known Drug Therapy
Complications
Complications that can occur in the unborn baby: Cataracts; Congenital heart defects; Congenital rubella syndrome; De...
Prevention
There is a safe and effective vaccine to prevent rubella. The rubella vaccine is recommended for all children. It is ...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if: You are a woman of childbearing age and are unsure of whet...

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