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What doctor treats measles?
Pediatricians and family practitioners are the primary healthcare professionals who will likely encounter people with measles. They should ensure that young children are getting the best protection possible against the disease—two doses of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine on schedule.
How is measles treated and prevented?
Measles is a routine vaccination that children in the United States receive. The vaccine is given in 2 doses, with the first dose administered at age 12 through 15 months and the second dose administered at age 4 through 6 years.
Does measles need treatment?
Measles (also called rubeola) is caused by a virus , so there's no specific medical treatment for it. The virus has to run its course. A child who is sick should drink plenty of liquids, get lots of rest, and stay home from school or daycare to prevent spreading the infection.
Are there antibiotics for measles?
ANSWER: No treatment can eliminate a measles infection, as measles is caused by a virus. That means antibiotics, which only work against infections caused by bacteria, are not an effective treatment strategy for measles.
How do you treat measles in babies?
There is no specific treatment for measles. Your child should rest, drink plenty of fluids and can take paracetamol for their fever and discomfort — but be sure to check the dosage instructions on the pack.
Is there any vaccine for measles?
Measles can be prevented with MMR vaccine. The vaccine protects against three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. CDC recommends children get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age.
Does vitamin A prevent measles?
25 It should be noted that vitamin A does not prevent measles. It is not appropriate for parents to use vitamin A as a preventive measure.
What causes Measle?
Measles is caused by a virus found in the nose and throat of an infected child or adult. When someone with measles coughs, sneezes or talks, infectious droplets spray into the air, where other people can breathe them in.
Can measles be treated with antivirals?
Treatment. There is no specific antiviral therapy for measles. Medical care is supportive and to help relieve symptoms and address complications such as bacterial infections.
Is measles viral or bacterial?
Measles is an acute, highly contagious viral disease capable of causing epidemics. Infectivity is close to 100% in susceptible individuals and in the pre-vaccine era measles would affect nearly every individual during childhood.
Is antihistamine good for measles?
measles treatment. Since both chickenpox and measles are caused by a viral infection, treatment is focused on easing symptoms until the infection clears. Since the chickenpox rash can be very itchy, your doctor may prescribe an antihistamine to help with itching.
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- If you or your child has measles, keep in touch with your doctor as you monitor the progress of the disease and watch for complications. Also try these comfort measures: 1. Take it easy.Get rest and avoid busy activities. 2. Sip something.Drink plenty of water, fruit juice and herbal tea to replace fluids lost by fever and sweating. 3. Seek respira...
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