Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective
Nester's Microbiology: A Human Perspective
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The reason behind the complications, which occur in measles by secondary infections.

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Measles is basically a highly contagious and infectious disease, which is caused by the measles virus. The symptoms of this virus are usually seen in 10 to 12 days once the virus has entered the body of the individual and this virus stays inside the body for about 7 to 10 days. The symptoms initiate with fever, runny nose, inflamed eyes, and cough.

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