A disease characterised by eruption of small red spots and inflammation of nasal mucous membrane is
A
Chickenpox
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B
Measles
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C
Mumps
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D
Diphtheria
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Solution
The correct option is C Measles Measles is a highly contagious infectious disease caused by the measles virus. Initial symptoms typically include fever, cough, runny nose, and inflamed eyes. A red, flat rash which usually starts on the face and then spreads to the rest of the body It is characterized by inflammation of nasal mucous membrane. Measles is an airborne disease which spreads easily through the coughs and sneezes of infected people. It may also be spread through contact with saliva or nasal secretions.