Inflamed, Red Eyes
Conjunctivitis also occurs as a symptom of Rubella. When you get infected with the Rubella virus, you may develop red and sore eyes for a few days. Conjunctivitis, also called Pink Eye, is a highly contagious condition that can be spread by hand-to-eye contact or contaminated objects. Conjunctivitis can occur due to either bacterial or viral infection from different sources, the Rubella virus being one of them. It is important to contact your doctor for better treatments for conjunctivitis, which is usually in the form of eye drops or special eye ointment.
A Runny Nose
Together with the mild fever, you may experience a runny nose with Rubella, the same symptoms you may experience with a common cold. This is the reason why many people do not know they have Rubella until the rash breaks out. A stuffy or a runny nose is usually experienced together with the fever, headache, and conjunctivitis, just like a cold or the flu. This can be treated the same way you would treat your common cold, but if you are unsure, always consult your doctor. Since there is no precise treatment for Rubella, you will need to treat the symptoms, rather than the virus.