How is measles treated?
Since measles is caused by a virus, antibiotics are not effective. Currently, there are no antiviral medications used to treat measles. Treatment focuses on relieving the symptoms of the illness.

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1. What is measles?
2. What are the symptoms of measles?
3. How is measles spread?
4. Who is at risk for measles?
5. How do I know if I have measles?
6. How is measles treated?
7. How can measles be prevented?