Rubella (German Measles) Rash

Rubella (German measles) rash

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Rubella, also called German measles or 3-day measles, usually causes a rash that is mild, starts on the face, and spreads to the neck, the chest, and the rest of the body. It may first appear as a mild blush before it develops into a more pinpoint rash with distinctive spots.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerJohn Pope, MD - Pediatrics
Specialist Medical ReviewerW. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease
Last RevisedAugust 31, 2012
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: August 31, 2012
Medical Review: John Pope, MD - Pediatrics
W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease

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