Question 1

What does a measles rash look like?

Accepted Answer

The measles rash is red or reddish-brown in color. It starts on the face and works its way down the body over a few days. Eventually, it will cover the entire body with blotches of colored bumps—from the neck to the trunk, arms, and legs, until it finally reaches the feet. The rash lasts for five or six days in total.

Question 2

Can you tell me what does the measles rash actually look like?

Accepted Answer

Prickly heat. Or pink/red dots like a marker dot all over the body. There a number of infections that can have similar rashes. Measles has other symptoms, such as fever, cough, and runny nose.

Question 3

Good day

my 11 month old daughter has a rash spreading from her back to her arms. she is not any any pain and doesnt have a fever but its just a cause for concern.

i first thought it could be measles but it doesnt look like measles?

Accepted Answer

She may have an allergic reaction or atopic dermatitis. It is not likely to be related to measles without a fever or cold symptoms. 
If the rash appeared within four hours of ingestion of a specific food, it may be eliminated from the diet. Allergy testing is indicated if the rash is allergic. Provide a does of an antihistamine after calling your Pediatrician to discuss.

Question 4

What kind of rashes are in german measles?

Accepted Answer

Reddish rash starting on the face and spreading to the rest of the trunk and arms. 
Disappears in 2-3 days, may have minimal pealing of skin during/after rash subsides. Milder than measles.

Question 5

My kid got high fever followed by rashes like measles with brown vesicles extensively. what could be that?  is that contagious?

Accepted Answer

You do not say how old your kid is, or if any other symptoms.  I am concerned when you say brown vesicles all over.  If an google image search of chicken pox does not show you an almost exact similarity, then this could be very serious.  Call his doctor right now or go to the ER. Best of luck!

Question 6

My 10mon old daughter having high fever just after the measles vaccine,also having rashes.its 3rd day of her having fever. stomach upset too.help fast?

Accepted Answer

It is relatively common after receiving measles vaccine to have fever that will last 3-5 days. The area where the measles vaccine is given is painful. Take pain medication like Ibuprofen may help to alleviate some or most of the pain. The stomach upset could related to the pain. If it persists, check with your physician to make sure.

Question 7

7 f rash on body with fever102.5 goes up and to 99 . since monday . tested for measles neg . do i let it work it way out. been two 4 drs already?

Accepted Answer

Rash + Fever in adult patients can be due to any number of things and it is essential to know where the rash initially appeared on the body and how it looks. Causes could include bacteria, viruses, medications, auto-immune disease, and the list goes on. Evaluation should include thorough history and physical and sometimes lab testing. For a good review: http://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0815/p804.html

Question 8

What should i do if i think i'm having a measles rash?

Accepted Answer

Stay home, rest, and do not infect your friend, coworkers, family and acquaintances.  If you have deadly enemies you might want to visit them.

Question 9

What is the definition or description of: measles rash?

Accepted Answer

Measles starts as red spots on the face then spreads to neck, torso, arms and legs.  The red spots can coalesce into large areas of red.

Here is a helpful article about measles :
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/vaccine-preventable-diseases/Pages/Measles.aspx

Question 10

Husband has rash over entire body. he has no fever, good appetite,looks like measles but does not have symptoms. ?

Accepted Answer

Sight unseen, it is difficult to give you a definitive diagnosis. See your doctor for an accurate diagnosis

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Can you tell me what does the measles rash actually look like?

Good day my 11 month old daughter has a rash spreading from her back to her arms. she is not any any pain and doesnt have a fever but its just a cause for concern. i first thought it could be measles but it doesnt look like measles?

What kind of rashes are in german measles?

My kid got high fever followed by rashes like measles with brown vesicles extensively. what could be that? is that contagious?

My 10mon old daughter having high fever just after the measles vaccine,also having rashes.its 3rd day of her having fever. stomach upset too.help fast?

7 f rash on body with fever102.5 goes up and to 99 . since monday . tested for measles neg . do i let it work it way out. been two 4 drs already?

What should i do if i think i'm having a measles rash?

What is the definition or description of: measles rash?

Husband has rash over entire body. he has no fever, good appetite,looks like measles but does not have symptoms. ?

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