Measlas

Were you looking for information about Measles? Measlas is a common misspelling of measles.

Measles is a highly contagious illness that is now rare in the United States due to widespread vaccination. It is caused by a virus and spread through coughing and sneezing. When a person becomes infected with measles virus, it begins to multiply within the cells that line the back of the throat and the lungs, causing symptoms 8 to 12 days later such as tiredness, high fever, and irritability. Treatment focuses on providing relief of symptoms as the body fights the virus.

(Click Measles for more information on this disease, including what causes it, how it is diagnosed, and how measles can be prevented. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)