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| Rubella |
Rubella,
also known as German measles or
three-day measles, is an infection
caused by the rubella virus. This
disease is often mild with half
of people not realizing that they
are infected.A rash may start
around two weeks after exposure
and last for three days. It usually
starts on the face and spreads
to the rest of the body. The rash
is sometimes itchy and is not
as bright as that of measles.
Swollen lymph nodes are common
and may last a few weeks.A fever,
sore throat, and fatigue may also
occur. Joint pain is common in
adults. Complications may include
bleeding problems, testicular
swelling, encephalitis, and inflammation
of nerves. Infection during early
pregnancy may result in a miscarriage
or a child born with congenital
rubella syndrome (CRS).Symptoms
of CRS manifest as problems with
the eyes such as cataracts, deafness,
as well as affecting the heart
and brain.Problems are rare after
the 20th week of pregnancy. |