Rubella (German Measles) – Market Outlook, Epidemiology, Competitive Landscape, and Market Forecast Report – 2023 To 2033
Rubella virus belongs to the Matonaviridae family, which includes only one genus, Rubivirus. Rubella or German measles is a mild viral infection that affects children and non-immune young adults. It is characterized by low-grade fever, malaise, and swelling of lymph nodes, followed by a brief rash. Rubella is a self-limiting and benign infection in nonpregnant people. However, maternal rubella infection, especially during the first ten weeks of gestation, can result in miscarriage, fetal death, or severe congenital disabilities, collectively known as congenital rubella syndrome (CRS). Postnatal rubella infection is generally mild and resolves independently with a good prognosis. However, infants with congenital rubella syndrome may have a poorer prognosis, depending on the severity and number of organs affected. Infants with thrombocytopenia, hepatosplenomegaly, interstitial pneumonia, and pulmonary hypertension are at higher mortality risk. There's no specific treatment for ru