Problem
Rubella
Other Names:
German measles Nature:
The rubella virus usually infects children and is of limited danger to them. However, when it infects a pregnant woman, there is a very high probability that the development of the foetus will be retarded or defective, or that the mother will abort.
Incidence:
In 1993, it was reported that the incidence of rubella was increasing in the UK -- with 153 cases, almost the total of cases in 1992, in January and February alone.
Broader Problems:
Viral diseasesFoetal infectionChildren's diseases Related Problems:
Infected babiesDiseases of the lymphatic system Aggravates:
GlaucomaDeafnessHeart disordersPerinatal mortalityDiseases of metabolismNatural human abortionDiseases of blood and blood-forming organsRetardation of psychomotor development in children Reduced By:
Risks of immunizationReferences:
Van Dijk, J: Rubella Handicapped Children: the effects of bi-lateral cataract and or hearing Subject(s):
Medicine → Specific diseasesRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST