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Measles (cont.)

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  • Measles of either type usually clears up on its own in seven to 10 days. Once a person has had a case of the measles, they are almost always immune for life.


  • As discussed above, complications are rare, but may be serious. This is the reason why vaccination is so universally recommended.


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