Measles in Children

Written by: Mohammad Arif Rahimi

Measles is most common in children but it can affect anyone. This disease infects the respiratory tract and then spreads throughout the body.  

According to the World Health Organization, the number of children suffering from measles has increased by 45% in 2023.

In Afghanistan, some children are also infected with this disease. What are its symptoms, problems, prevention and how do people treat such patients at home and what is the medical treatment of measles?

AEPO’s writer/producer has talked to some mothers and a pediatrician about this disease.