2023年3月21日 · Fifth disease (erythema infectiosum) is a childhood condition that appears as a bright red rash on your child’s cheeks. It’s nicknamed “slapped cheek disease” because of this rash. A virus called parvovirus B19 causes fifth disease. This virus is …

2023年7月31日 · Erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease, is a common viral exanthem caused by parvovirus B19. It is commonly seen in children between five and fifteen years old, especially in the spring and summer months.

Erythema infectiosum is a common childhood infection causing a slapped cheek appearance and a rash. It is also known as fifth disease and human erythrovirus infection. What is the cause of erythema infectiosum?

Erythema infectiosum is caused by acute infection with human parvovirus B19. In children, it causes mild constitutional symptoms and a blotchy or maculopapular rash beginning on the cheeks and spreading primarily to exposed extremities. In a fetus, it may be fatal. Diagnosis is clinical, and treatment is generally not needed.

2022年1月12日 · Fifth disease, also known as erythema infectiosum, is a common viral infection among school-aged children. It is caused by parvovirus B19, which spreads through direct contact with fluids or mucus from the nose or mouth of an infected person.

Erythema infectiosum is a contagious viral infection. In children, it causes a blotchy or raised red rash on areas of the body and a slapped-cheek red rash on the face along with mild illness. In a fetus, it may be fatal.

Fifth disease is a mild illness caused by a virus called parvovirus B19. It is rarely serious. Its most obvious symptom is the bright red rash or “slapped cheek” look of the face. The disease occurs most often during the late winter and early spring in children between the ages of 4 and 10.

Erythema infectiosum (also known as fifth disease) is usually a benign childhood condition characterized by a classic slapped-cheek appearance (see the image below) and lacy exanthem. It...

2017年4月13日 · Eythema infectiosum is caused by the parvovirus B19. It involves a low-grade fever, tiredness, and a rash over the body and, notably, on the cheeks. It is sometimes called …

2024年11月15日 · Erythema infectiosum is a childhood illness caused by infection with parvovirus B19. Also known as fifth disease. A 'slapped cheek' appearance with a lacy eruption on the torso and extremities is the most common presentation.