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Are Low Grade Fever And Fine Rashes In An Infant Signs Of Measles?

My grandson is almost 2. He s had l o w grade temp ,runny nose and occasional cough over the weekend. Tonight he has a fine rash on his face arms and trunk. But not on his legs. No change in energy level. Is this measles? Unsure if up on all vaccinations but I think so.
Mon, 23 Jan 2017
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Dear parent , yes this could be measles or it could be chicken pox. the diagnosis requires examination of the rash shape and pattern. please take him to the hospital to confirm the diagnosis and treat accordingly
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Are Low Grade Fever And Fine Rashes In An Infant Signs Of Measles?

Dear parent , yes this could be measles or it could be chicken pox. the diagnosis requires examination of the rash shape and pattern. please take him to the hospital to confirm the diagnosis and treat accordingly