Fifth Disease Learning Center
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Fifth disease is an illness caused by a virus that leads to a rash on the cheeks, arms, and legs. |
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Symptoms
Fever; Joint pain; Temporary anemia - this is only serious if the patient has a immune system problem and some other,...
Causes
Fifth disease is caused by human parvovirus B19. It often affects preschoolers or school-age children during the spri...
Tests
Fifth disease causes a very distinct rash. Your health care provider will examine the appearance and pattern of the r...
Treatments
No treatment is usually required for fifth disease in children. If fever or joint discomfort is present then oral ace...
Prevention
Fifth disease is a mild childhood illness caused by the human parvovirus B19 that causes flu-like symptoms and a rash...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if your child has symptoms of this disease. Other disorders can cause similar symptoms...
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