All of the statement regarding measles are true except-
Rash begins behind the ear and spread rapidly in a few hours over the face and neck, and extends down the body taking 2 to 3 days to progress to the lower extremities. Ref: PARK&;S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE 23rd edition , Page:148
Rash appears first on leg
Koplik spot are seen on the buccal mucosa
Long term complication may be seen in form of SSPE
Caused by RNA virus
Communicable diseases