Are Measles and Rubella the same thing?

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Hello doctor. I see the rate of Rubella disease in adolescent males, boys are higher than women when they are not immune to Rubella virus, why is that? Are measles and rubella the same? Ask your doctor for advice. Thank you very much doctor.
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Hello. With the question: "Are measles and Rubella the same?" Your doctor would answer the following:
Studies have shown no difference in the incidence of Rubella in boys and girls. In adults, women are more affected than men.
Measles and Rubella are 2 different diseases. However, clinical manifestations have some similarities: fever, fatigue, headache, rash... so it is difficult to distinguish measles and Rubella. Therefore, when there are any abnormal signs, you should go to a medical facility for examination.
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Answered by Master, Doctor Huynh Bao Toan - Pediatrician - Neonatologist - Department of Pediatrics - Neonatology - Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital