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Measles

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About

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Measles is a disorder caused by exposure to a virus. The eyes, skin, and respiratory tract may all suffer during a bout of measles. Most cases of measles will end in about ten days.

Notes

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• Recommended by doctors the measles vaccination.
• Take no longer than 2 weeks a high dosage of Vitamin A to keep the severity down.

Helpful nutrients for this condition.

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No Nutrients Listed.

Helpful herbs and supplements for this condition.

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Catnip tea or Garlic enemas
Type: Internal
Purposes: Decreases fever

Lobelia
Type: Internal
Purposes: Eases Pain
Dosage: 1/2 Teaspoon every 4 hours
Cautions: Lobelia is not recommended for an ongoing basis.

Spirulina
Type: Internal
Purposes: Boosts the immune system and slows the virus down from reproducing.

Advice

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• Drink plenty of fluids.
• Keep light low do not read or watch the TV
• Need to rest.
• Omit Processed foods
• See a doctor if you think you may have the measles.
• To keep from itching add 1/2 cup of baking soda in to your bath and relax until the itching reduces.
• Wait until 7 - 10 days after the rash has disappeared before children can return to school.