Mondo Description A viral infection caused by the rubella virus. It is initially manifested with flu-like symptoms that last one or two days, followed by the development of a characteristic red rash which lasts from one to five days. The rash first appears in the neck and face. It subsequently spreads to the rest of the body.

Disease Ontology Description A viral infectious disease that results_in infection located_in skin, has_material_basis_in Rubella virus, which is transmitted_by droplet spread of oronasal secretions from the infected person through coughing and sneezing, and transmitted_by congenital method. The infection has_symptom rash on the face which spreads to the trunk and limbs, has_symptom fever, has_symptom lymphadenopathy, has_symptom joint pains, has_symptom headache, and has_symptom conjunctivitis.