Tüüsusinfektsiooni
Tüüsusinfektsiooni, also known as rubella or German measles, is a contagious viral infection primarily affecting the respiratory tract. It is caused by the rubella virus, a member of the Togaviridae family. The virus spreads through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Symptoms typically appear two to three weeks after exposure and can include a mild fever, headache, runny nose, red eyes, and a characteristic rash that starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. The rash is often less intense than that of measles and may last only a few days. Swollen lymph nodes, particularly behind the ears and at the back of the neck, are also a common sign.
While rubella is generally a mild illness in children, it poses significant risks to pregnant women. If
Diagnosis is usually made based on clinical symptoms and a history of exposure. Laboratory tests, such as