Why Early Symptoms Matter

Contagious 4 Days BEFORE Rash!

Measles spreads via coughs/sneezes. 90% of unvaccinated people exposed get infected. Recognize these early measles symptoms!

First sign: Fever over 104°F. Starts 10-12 days after exposure.

1: SKYROCKETING FEVER

Harsh, hacking cough. Virus attacks the respiratory tract.

2: PERSISTENT DRY COUGH

Not just allergies constant nasal discharge ("coryza").

3: SEVERE RUNNY NOSE

Red, swollen eyes + sensitivity to light. Highly contagious!

4: CONJUNCTIVITIS

Raw, scratchy throat makes swallowing agony.

5: PAINFUL SORE THROAT

Tiny white dots in the mouth. The #1 telltale sign of measles!

6: KOPLIK’S SPOTS

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