A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE CLINICAL COURSE AND AGE-SPECIFIC MANIFESTATIONS OF MEASLES IN THE PEDIATRIC POPULATION

Abstract

Measles continues to represent a significant global health challenge despite the historical availability of highly effective vaccines. This article provides an in-depth examination of the clinical course of measles within the pediatric population, with a particular focus on how symptomatology and complications vary across different age cohorts. By synthesizing recent clinical data from 2024 and 2025, this study highlights the shifting manifestations observed in infants, preschool-aged children, and adolescents. Furthermore, the analysis explores the profound impact of immunoprophylaxis failure on current epidemiological trends and clinical presentations. The findings indicate that while the classical clinical triad remains a common feature, there is a notable increase in atypical presentations among specific age groups, which necessitates a more vigilant and nuanced approach to differential diagnosis in modern clinical practice.