The first symptoms are called the 3Cs of measles : Cough, Cattarh and Conjunctivitis (red eyes) and high grade fever for a few days before the typical measles rash begin. The rashes usually start from the face before extending to the rest of the body. It is also important to note that measles diagnosis can only be made by a doctor so whenever it's suspected, please take the child to the hospital for a doctor to see and make appropriate diagnosis. Also ensure that measles vaccines are taken as at when due.