What is rubella virus

summary

Spring is just the beginning of the warm season, a time when there will be a variety of viruses, including rubella virus is one, but some people do not know it, so rubella virus is what together to understand.

What is rubella virus

First, rubella is an acute infectious disease caused by rubella virus, which is transmitted by air. This virus has a high incidence rate in spring, and this virus is mainly transmitted through the air outside.

Second, rubella virus is weak in vitro, but as infectious as measles. Most of the cases occur in infants under 5 years old. Infants within 6 months of age have acquired resistance due to antibodies from their mothers, so they seldom get sick. Once you get sick, you can be immune for life, and rarely get sick again.

Third, rubella virus is prone to vertical infection. After the first infection of rubella virus in early pregnancy, the virus can enter the fetus through the placental barrier, which can often cause abortion or stillbirth. It can also lead to congenital rubella syndrome and fetal malformation.

matters needing attention

When the spring, try to reduce the frequency of going out, even if the best to go out with a mask, so as to avoid the spread of some diseases. After the occurrence of rubella virus, pay attention not to scratch the affected area with hands, but to cooperate with the doctor's treatment.