Measles
Also known as: Khasra, Rubeola
Category: InfectiousICD-10: B05
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease causing fever and rash; it can be serious in young children and is preventable by vaccine.
Symptoms
- High fever
- Cough and runny nose
- Red eyes
- Rash starting on face
Causes
- Measles virus
Risk factors
- Unvaccinated children
Complications
- Pneumonia
- Diarrhoea
- Brain inflammation
Treatment overview
Supportive care, fluids, vitamin A as advised; no specific antiviral.
Prevention
- MR or MMR vaccine
When to see a doctor
If a child has fever with rash.
Medicines used
Specialists who treat it
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Measles?
High fever, Cough and runny nose, Red eyes, Rash starting on face
What causes Measles?
Measles virus
How is Measles treated?
Supportive care, fluids, vitamin A as advised; no specific antiviral.
How can Measles be prevented?
MR or MMR vaccine
Medically reviewed by
Medical review pending
Last updated
9 October 2026
Sources
- World Health Organization fact sheets
- ICMR and MoHFW national guidelines
- National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.