This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from Hibapress, the Arabic version:
Presented by: Dr Noura Benihi
Measles is a viral disease that mainly affects children and can cause serious health complications in some cases.
In this last episode of our measles series, we will discuss prevention methods, danger groups, as well as available treatment methods.
First: measles prevention
Measles vaccination:
Vaccination is one of the best ways to prevent measles. It is advisable to vaccinate children at the age of 9 and 18 months, because this vaccination reduces the risk of developing the disease between 90% and 95%.
Wash your hands with soap and water:
Hand washing regularly, especially after coughing or sneezing, is an effective way to reduce the spread of the virus.
Wear a muzzle in public places:
If you have measles, you need to wear a muzzle to reduce the transmission of infection to others.
Avoid mixing with injured people:
Direct contact with people with measles should be avoided to prevent infection.
Cleaning and sterilization of surfaces:
It is important to clean and sterilize surfaces that people with measles can touch to reduce the risk of virus transmission.
Second: danger groups
Children unresported:
Children who are not vaccinated against measles are the most vulnerable to this disease.
People with chronic diseases:
People with chronic diseases such as diabetes or heart disease are more likely to develop measles.
People with low immunity:
Individuals who suffer from immunodeficiency, such as people living with HIV, are more likely to develop measles.
Third: treat measles
There is no specific treatment for the group, as the treatment depends on the symptoms of relief and prevention of complications. Among the most important treatment methods:
Paracetamol:
Paracetamol is used to reduce heat and calm the sore throat.
Antibiotics:
Antibiotics are not used to treat measles because they do not affect viruses. However, antibiotics can be used in certain cases, such as complications such as pneumonia or average otitis.
Comfort:
It is necessary that the patient rests enough to speed up the recovery process.
Liquids:
The patient should drink enough liquid to avoid dehydration.
Good food:
Good nutrition is necessary to improve the recovery process and prevent complications.
Oxygen therapy:
Oxygen therapy is used in the event of complications such as pneumonia.
Vitamin A:
Vitamin A is considered an effective therapeutic protocol, especially in children with measles. It improves the immune system and helps the body withstand infection. In addition, vitamin has reduced the severity of symptoms such as fever and sore throat and reduces the risk of serious complications such as pneumonia and average otitis.
The recommended dose of vitamin A:
For children under the age of one: 100,000 IU (IU) per day for two consecutive days.
For children over the age of one: 200,000 IU (IU) per day for two consecutive days.
Measles is easily preventable by vaccination, and everyone must be fully aware of the preventive means available to avoid infection. Effective therapy depends on the measures to relieve appropriate symptoms and health care.
