The disease usually last about seven to fourteen days. Measles is spread by inhaling airborne droplets of the virus or by direct contact with an infected person. Children are contagious from five days after they were exposed to the virus until 5 days after the rash appears. The incubation period for rubeola is about 9 to 11 days. Infants up to 6 months of age typically have an immunity to the rubeola virus inherited from their mothers.
Alternative medicine is the primary treatment approach for measles in healthy children.
However, parents should be observant for any signs of complications and consult a conventional medical physician should they develop. Herbal Medicine provides natural remedies to reduce fever and combat the virus. Both echinacea and goldenseal are considered effective in bolstering the immune system. Chamomile or ginger tea before bedtime is soothing and relaxing. Before administering any herbal products to children, consult with a knowledgeable and experienced health care provider who can provide information about age appropriate dosages and precautions.