In the book Viral Fitness, Jaap Goudsmit (2004), indicates that Symptoms usually begin 8 - 12 days after you are exposed to the virus. This is called the incubation period. Measles is highly dependent on children, and the quantity of the virus reaches its peak after 14 days. He further explains that at this peak, skin rash is prevalent, and this is now the time when the person is most contagious. The look of the rash can look similar to Chicken pox, with a few distinguishable differences. The measles rash starts in the face as opposed to all over like pox. Additionally, the rash of measles usually blends together to form patches and open sores are not present. Aside from just the rash, other symptoms may include:
• Blood Shot Eyes
• Cough
• Fever
• Light Sensitivity
• Muscle Pain
• Irritation of the eyes
• Runny nose
• Soar throat
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