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MMR
Measles, Mumps, Rubella
Mumps
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Mumps virus is a highly communicable disease infecting only humans.
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is the cause of acute benign viral parotitis (unilateral or bilateral swelling).
Measles
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Measles virus is a highly communicable disease infecting mainly children.
Rubella “German measles”
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Is a milder than measles .
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Congenital rubella: is very serious pregnant ladies as it crosses the placenta(very dangerous during first trimesters).
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Vaccination should be avoided during pregnancy and for 3 months before pregnancy.
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