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What should you know about measles?

How the structures involved in Measles differ from normal
Illustration: How the structures involved in Measles differ from normal

Short answer

Measles spreads easily through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. Early illness may include fever, cough, runny nose and sore or red eyes, followed by a rash. Symptoms can overlap with other infections, so a rash alone cannot confirm measles.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Spread
Measles can travel through shared indoor air.
First step
Call ahead before attending a healthcare setting with fever and rash.

How measles is assessed

A clinician considers the pattern and timing of symptoms, vaccination history, travel and contact with a suspected case. Fever and swollen glands can occur with many illnesses. Measles can sometimes lead to complications affecting breathing, hydration or the nervous system, with greater concern for babies, pregnant people and those with reduced immunity.

Reduce spread while waiting

Call a GP or health service before attending in person and describe the fever, rash and possible exposure. Stay away from school, work and crowded indoor areas until a clinician advises it is safe. Keep air flowing where possible, avoid close contact with vulnerable people, wash hands and do not share personal items. Follow instructions about testing and monitoring.

When to seek care

Seek prompt advice for a fever with a spreading rash or known measles exposure. Get urgent help for breathing difficulty, blue lips, severe dehydration, confusion, a seizure, unusual drowsiness or difficulty waking. Tell the service about pregnancy, age, immune conditions and vaccination status.

Questions for your doctor

Ask whether measles testing is needed, how long isolation should last, how to protect household members and whether vaccination or follow-up is recommended.

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General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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See every listing in Abu Dhabi

Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Does every measles rash look the same?

No. The appearance and timing can vary, and other illnesses can also cause rashes, so assessment matters.

Can measles be prevented?

MMR vaccination is the main preventive measure; ask a clinician to review protection after exposure or an uncertain record.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.