West of Mpls MN about 50 miles on Hwy 12 | So what you're saying is that prior infection from one measles infection does not provide protection from another measles infection like a MMR vaccine does?
FWIW worth, I was vaccinated against measles when I was a kid and have never suffered from a case of measles...of any kind.
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"10-day measles" refers to a specific type of measles infection, while "3-day measles" refers to a similar infection called rubella, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Measles, also known as rubeola, is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause serious complications.
Key Differences and Similarities:
Measles (10-day measles/rubeola):
Caused by the rubeola virus.
Symptoms appear 7-14 days after exposure, with a rash usually appearing 14 days after exposure.
Can lead to severe complications like pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death.
The best protection is the MMR vaccine.
Rubella (3-day measles/German measles):
Caused by the rubella virus.
Symptoms typically appear 2-3 weeks after exposure.
While generally milder than measles, it can be serious, especially for pregnant women.
The MMR vaccine also provides protection against rubella.
Symptoms:
Both measles and rubella can cause similar symptoms, including:
Fever
Cough
Runny nose
Red, blotchy rash
Other symptoms like conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eyes) and Koplik's spots (tiny white spots in the mouth).
In summary:
Measles (rubeola/10-day measles): A serious viral infection with a 10-14 day incubation period before symptoms appear.
Rubella (German measles/3-day measles): A milder viral infection, though still dangerous for pregnant women, with a 2-3 week incubation period.
The MMR vaccine protects against both measles and rubella. |
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