Imagine walking into a patient's room and instantly recognizing a textbook case of a disease you never expected to see in real life.
That's exactly what happened when I encountered a patient exhibiting all the classic symptoms of measles.
From red eyes to a distinctive rash, this case was a real-world reminder of how theory can suddenly become practice.
With measles cases rising in the United States, as reported by the CDC, this situation is becoming more common than ever expected.
Have you ever witnessed a medical condition that you thought only existed in books? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Infectious disease physician Janet A. Jokela discusses her article, "Measles is back: Why vaccination is more vital than ever."
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