Which of the following is NOT true about measles? A. It is transmitted by direct contact with the rash. B. It can lead to secondary bacterial otitis media and sinusitis. C. It can involve a fatal complication called subacute sclerosing panencephalitis. D. Its symptoms include dry cough, sore throat, and fever.
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