Measles: What are the first symptoms to look for?

(NEXSTAR) – Measles, one of the most contagious viruses in the world, is often recognized by the rash it gives patients who are infected. However, those spots and bumps usually don’t appear for more than a week after someone has been exposed.

Other symptoms are better early indicators of a potential measles case, health experts say.

Even the earliest symptoms could take days to appear, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Measles is airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. 

Between 7 to 14 days after an exposure, measles is

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