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Atypical Measles

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•1963-1967:  inactivated vaccine used for some people; may develop atypical measles syndrome
•1968-present:  only live vaccine now
•same prodrome;  rash starts on wrists and ankles and spreads centripetally, usually sparing the face (may become vesicular, purpuric)
•ddx (for acral purpura): RMSF, glove and stocking purpura
•(vs. RMSF – only measles has pulmonary symptoms)