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About measles  Measles is a predominantly respiratory tract
infection caused by a virus. Instead of the availability of the
safe and effective vaccine for measles, it has remained one of
the leading causes of death among young children globally,
especially in developing countries.  Measles: Incidence, age and
sex  Measles usually occurs in children. According to data
published by the WHO, over a million people die from measles
(mostly children under the age of five) worldwide, every year.
Signs and symptoms of measles: Diagnosis  The first symptoms of
the illness usually develop 10-12 days after the exposure to
virus and they include high fever, muscle pain and loss of
appetite. This is accompanied with cough, runny nose and red
eyes. Sometimes bluish grey spots may appear in the mouth, which
are known as Koplik’s spots.