What should you know about measles, mumps and rubella in Spanish?

Measles may cause fever, cough, runny nose, irritated eyes and a spreading rash. Mumps often causes painful swelling around the jaw or cheeks. Rubella may cause a milder rash and swollen glands. A [Fever](/symptoms/fever/) or [Swollen Glands](/symptoms/swollen-glands/) can also occur with other conditions.

If measles is suspected, limit close contact and telephone before attending a clinic. The [Measles](/conditions/measles/) page provides further condition-specific information.

Record when symptoms began, recent travel or contact with someone unwell, and the names shown on any vaccination documents. Offer fluids and rest while arranging advice. Keep a person with a possible contagious infection away from school, work and crowded places until a clinician advises otherwise.

A [GP Consultation](/treatments/consultations-and-assessment/gp-consultation/) can help when language, records or symptoms are difficult to interpret. Ask about an interpreter if needed. For prevention, discuss [MMR Vaccination](/treatments/preventive-care-and-vaccination/mmr-vaccination/) and bring any Spanish-language records.

Seek urgent help for difficulty breathing, confusion, a seizure, severe sleepiness, a stiff neck or signs of dehydration. Request prompt medical advice for fever with a new rash, painful facial swelling or recent contact with suspected measles. Tell the service about possible infection before arriving, so appropriate arrangements can be made.

Ask the clinician to write the diagnosis and vaccine advice in both languages if helpful. Confirm whether the symptoms fit sarampión, paperas or rubéola, whether testing is needed, how long to avoid close contact, and which warning signs require urgent review.