Measles Rash

This child with measles is showing the common red blotchy rash on his buttocks and back. It is the 3rd day of the rash.

Measles is a very contagious viral disease. Symptoms include fever, red eyes, runny nose, cough, and spots on the inside cheeks.

A red blotchy rash appears around day 3 of the illness, first on the face, and then on other areas.