Measles

Measles, also known as rubeola, is a common disease caused by a virus of the genus Morbillivirus.

Complications

Complications with measles are relatively common, ranging from relatively common and less serious diarrhea, to pneumonia and encephalitis. Complications are usually more severe amongst infants and adults who catch the virus.

Related Topics:
Diarrhea - Pneumonia - Encephalitis

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The fatality rate from measles for otherwise healthy people in developed countries is low: approximately 1 death per thousand cases. In underdeveloped nations with high rates of malnutrition and poor healthcare, fatality rates of 10 percent are common. In immunocompromised patients, the fatality rate is approximately 30 percent.

Related Topics:
Fatality rate - Underdeveloped nation - Malnutrition - Healthcare

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