Go through these in order and stop at the first one that applies. If you are reading this for someone else, answer for them.
1
Is any of this happening now?
Call 911
Seek emergency care for trouble breathing, severe confusion, a seizure, loss of consciousness, or significant unexplained bleeding.
Other emergency signs, for anyone
Someone who is struggling to breathe, gasping, choking, or cannot get words out
Someone who has chest pain, tightness or pressure lasting more than a few minutes
Someone who has sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, slurred speech, or sudden confusion
Someone who is unconscious, or cannot be woken
Someone who is bleeding heavily and it will not stop with firm pressure
Someone who has had a seizure that will not stop, or does not wake up afterwards
Someone who has lips or skin that look pale, blue, grey or blotchy
Someone who you believe has taken an overdose or swallowed something poisonous
2
Is any of this happening?
Be seen today
Seek prompt medical advice if you develop a rash and think you may have rubella.
Call before attending in person so the healthcare setting can prevent possible spread.
Contact a maternity or medical service the same day if you are pregnant and:
Have been in close contact with someone who may have rubella
Develop a new rash or fever
Are told that a blood test may show recent rubella infection
Are unsure whether you are immune after a possible exposure
Do not wait for symptoms after a pregnancy exposure.
Rubella can spread before a rash appears, and some infected people have no symptoms.
These are not typical features of uncomplicated rubella and need urgent assessment.
3
Does any of this apply?
Book an appointment
Arrange routine follow-up if fever or joint symptoms are not settling, the rash changes or returns, or you need help understanding test or vaccination records.
Every sign above is quoted from the sofidex article on Rubella. If you are not sure, err upward — it is always reasonable to be checked.