Fifth disease

A self-limited viral infectious disorder caused by the human parvovirus B19. It affects predominantly children and is characterized by the development of a bright red skin eruption in the cheeks. It is followed by a maculopapular skin eruption in the extremities which eventually fades into a lacey pattern.

Disease Alternative Name

erythema infectiosum

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Muskan Jain

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An 9-month-old infant is brought to the physician because of a generalized nonpruritic rash for 2 days. The rash began o...See More

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Dr. Vaishali Singh

A 10-year-old boy is brought to the clinic because of a sore throat, rhinorrhea, and rash. His parents reports he was well before he developed a severe sore throat 2 days prior to presenting. The child continued to complain of throat pain, ...See More

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