Rubella (German Measles) Rubella, also called German measles, often presents with a mild febrile illness with a diffuse maculopapular rash, generalized malaise, along with lymphadenopathy. Congenital infection is highly pathologic (major birth defects and death) Clinical • Transmitted by respiratory droplets • Mild illness • Low grade fever • Erythematous papular rash begins on face then spreads to trunk • Posterior cervical lymphadenopathy #Rubella #Peds #Pediatrics #Diagnosis
