time between contact & appearance of rash 7-14 days
high temperature
sore eyes
wide spread rash, starting behind ears, spreads to face & rest of body
white spots (shaped like millet seeds) may be visible on mouth
possible coughing
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Seek medical advice. Isolate child for 4 days after appearance of rash. Disease is {viral} & can be prevented in children by vaccination.
Complications may include: {bronchopneumonia}, middle ear infection, severe {conjunctivitis}, with perforation of {cornea} (in malnourished), {encephalitis}. If any of these complications are suspected, seek medical advice.