we are all know that, when it comes to viral infections, rashes are the most common symptom but most of the rashes symptoms are not same from each other. Measles(rubeola) and Rubella (German measles) are the two different distinct vial illness which can cause rashes, but actually they are different in their symptoms, causes complications and severity.
To differentiate between the two, guide will help to understand the key differences between a measles rash and rubella rash.
1- Causes and Viruses :
Rubella:
It is Caused by the rubella virus and belong to the members of 6 the Togaviridae family.
* Rubella is generally a milder infection compared to measles.
Measles:
It is caused by the measles virus, as it belong to the member of the Paramyxoviridae family.
Measles is generally a highly contagious and more harmful than rubella.
2-How it appear:
Rubella Rash Texture -
*The texture of the rash is usually fine, pink, and flat or slightly raised.
< Color:
The color of rubella rash is Light pink or reddish.
<Spread:
It starts from the face and quickly spreads to the trunk, arms, and legs within 24 hours.
<Duration: It usually lasts for 1-3 days.
<Other Features:
The rash can be itchy but as we compare it to measles rash it is not as intense. It often fades without leaving marks.
Measles Rash
Texture -
The texture of measles rash is usually red, raised, and blotchy. It can appear as small, distinct spots that eventually combine into larger patches.
<Color:
the color is Bright red or dark brown.
<Spread:
Begins from the hairline and behind the ears, and then spreads downward to the trunk, arms, neck, face, and legs over 2-3 days.
<Duration:
it usually Lasts to 5-7 days before fading.
<Other Features:
The rash usually comes with an high fever and may leave peeling skin or discoloration as it heals.
3-Common Symptoms associated with both the Viral Infections:
<Rubella -
*Mild fever develop due to cold sometimes
* Swollen lymph nodes, especially behind the ears and at the back of the neck.
* Runny nose, sore throat.
* Redness or inflammation of the eyes (mild conjunctivitis).
* Joint pain (more common in adults, especially women).
<Measles:
* High fever
* it generally refers to triose: Cough, Coryza (runny nose), and Conjunctivitis (red, watery eyes).
* Person does not want to remain in light (photophobia).
* Koplik's spots:
These are the small white or bluish spots that appear inside the cheeks in the mouth of people suffering from measles, appearing 1-2 days before the rash.
4- Incubation Period:
* Both the rubella and measles are contagious viral diseases that can transmitted from one person to another person.
Rubella:
The incubation period is 14-21 days. If a person get affected by rubella virus then, The person is contagious from 1 week before the rash appears to 1 week after it fades.
Measles:
The incubation period is 10-14 days. If a person get affected by measles virus then, The person is contagious from 4 days before the rash appears to 4 days after it appears.
*Rubella Virus in Pregnant women:
it is generally mild infection but if a person get affected for a long interval of time then, it can lead to life threating.
Generally mild, especially in children.
*If a pregnant woman is affected by Rubella virus then it can lead to congenital rubella syndrome.
Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) :
It is a set of birth defects that occur in the body of a fetus when it is infected with the rubella virus during pregnancy generally in the first trimester.
It can lead to several body abnormal diseases:
- Skin rash at birth
- Brain damage
- Thyroid problem
- Inflammation of the lungs
- Deafness
- Eye defect such as cataract
- Heart defects
- Low birth weight
Measles-
It is more severe and can lead to serious complications, especially in young children, pregnant women.
It includes:
- Blindness
- swelling in brain
- Brain damage
- severe diarrhea
- pneumonia
- Infection in ear
How to prevent from measles and rubella: (MMR VACCINE)
Both the Rubella and Measles are prevented by using the same type of vaccine which is:
MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine.
It is highly effective in preventing both the rubella and measles . Two doses are recommended for lifelong immunity.
Key differences between Rubella and Measles:
Rubella Measles
Fine, pink, flat or slightly raised Red, raised, blotchy,
Starts on the face, spreads quickly Starts at hairline, spreads downward
Less contagious Highly contagious
*it always important to consult your doctor for better and safe understanding.....
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