Measles

Pediatrics

Overview

Definition

Highly contagious viral infection.

Epidemiology

Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.

Etiology & Risk Factors

  • Airborne droplet.

Clinical Symptoms

  • Fever
  • cough
  • coryza
  • Koplik spots
  • maculopapular rash.

Clinical Approach

Diagnosis

  • Clinical
  • Serology.

Management

  • Supportive
  • Vitamin A.

Complications

  • Pneumonia
  • Encephalitis.