A young man presented with a rash and febrile illness, which was initially diagnosed as a non-specific viral infection. As he became more unwell, however, his rash progressed and the diagnosis of measles was proposed, which was later confirmed by serology. He made a full recovery after supportive treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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