Measles is a highly contagious virus with fever and rash. The fever and rash present at the same time. The rash is a red spotted rash which usually starts in the lower head and neck region then spreads to the trunk and outward.
If you suspect measles in your child, please call us first - do not come into our office. If the physician needs to evaluate your child, he or she will come out to you in your car.
Proper vaccination can be more than 99% effective in preventing measles. The first dose is usually given at 12-15 months of age and the second dose at about 4 years of age. If you are concerned that your child is behind on his or her measles vaccines, please call our office to schedule an immunization visit.
If you suspect measles in your child, please call us first - do not come into our office. If the physician needs to evaluate your child, he or she will come out to you in your car.
Proper vaccination can be more than 99% effective in preventing measles. The first dose is usually given at 12-15 months of age and the second dose at about 4 years of age. If you are concerned that your child is behind on his or her measles vaccines, please call our office to schedule an immunization visit.
