Measles
Measles is a contagious viral disease transmitted through the respiratory system, especially children between the second and the fourth age, and in modern times the incidence of the disease to a very few numbers in the world, and the complications of the introduction of a special vaccine that revolutionized the great disease; This vaccine is given in all developed countries, as well as in many developing countries, and contributes to increasing body resistance to this disease.
Prevention of measles
This disease is prevented by active immunization with live measles vaccination within a vaccine known as MMR, which also includes measles and mumps. The first dose of this vaccine is given to infants when they complete 12-15 months of age. The second dose is given at Enter the school from the age of (3-5) years.
This can lead to several complications, including: a slight rise in temperature, the appearance of rash and cough.
The disease can also be prevented by passive immunization. Immunosuppressive agents are given against the measles virus to protect it in special cases, such as those who have immunity after infection, as well as pregnant women and people who have not taken the active scorpion and have been infected.