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My son has spot and it looks like the measles but my doctor says its virtual?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Measles has a set of: Symptoms. Preceding the rash, as do many other viral illnesses. All are contagious. The measles & german measles viruses are shed before the rash breaks out, when parents can't know to keep their kids at home. Please complete your sons immunizations to keep him safe.

Dr Armendariz agreed

Answered 4/9/2013

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