Rubella is an acute respiratory infection caused by rubella virus. Rubella is highly contagious. It can be spread through contact with patient's nose and throat secretions or droplets. Symptoms include mild upper respiratory tract inflammation, fever, red rash on the whole body, enlarged lymph nodes behind ears, on the back of your head, and neck. The condition is usually mild or moderate and prognosis is good. Rubella may cause fetus deformity if a woman is infected with rubella at the early stage of pregnancy. Painkillers can be used to relieve headache. Boric acid solution can be used to wash mouth if you have a sore throat. Expectorants and cough suppressant can be used for cough. Severe cases can use antiviral drugs such as ribavirin and interferon.
How is Rubella treated in practice?