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One of the five classic rash-associated infections of childhood, Fifth Disease was categorized with Rubella, Measles, Scarlet Fever, and “Fourth Disease” (which is no longer known about). While referred to as a disease, it is actually only a virus which a child will completely recover from within a short period of time.
Distinguishable by the red rash “slap mark” on the cheek of those infected, Fifth Disease is not contagious when it reaches rash form. Instead, prior to any rash appearing, cold like symptoms are common, during which the virus is contagious. Once the characteristic rash appears, first on the face, then spreading down the torso to the appendages, the virus is no longer a threat to anyone.
Fifth Disease is caused by parvovirus B19; however, it is not the same parvovirus that dogs and cats get. While adults can get Fifth Disease, they typically do not show the same signs and symptoms as a child when they are infected. Sometimes they show no signs at all; while others develop a rash and joint pain. Interestingly enough, most adults will test positive for having had Fifth Disease, although no recollection of symptoms or illness may be remembered. However, a previous infection will cause immunity to the carrier from further threat of parvovirus B19.
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