What is Rubella?

Description of the Disease

Rubella is a viral disease characterized by rashes on the skin and mucous membranes. The rubella virus is transmitted through airborne droplets.

Classification

• Acute rubella
• Congenital rubella

Symptoms

• High fever
• Abundant red rashes
• Lymph node swelling

Causes

The cause of rubella is the rubella virus.

Diagnostics

Blood tests and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests are used for rubella diagnostics.

Treatment

Treatment for rubella is aimed at relieving symptoms. In some cases, antiviral medications may be needed.

Prevention

Prevention of rubella is based on vaccination.

Physician

Rubella is treated by an infectious disease specialist.