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Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)PParvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)EnglishInfectious DiseasesSchool age child (5-8 years);Pre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-15 years)SkinImmune systemConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Fever;Headache;Rash2020-09-02T04:00:00Z7.7000000000000059.1000000000000509.000000000000Health (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p>Parvovirus B19 is a virus that causes fifth disease (slapped cheek syndrome). Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of Parvovirus B19.</p><h2>What is Parvovirus B19?</h2> <p>Parvovirus B19 is a virus that causes fifth disease or erythema infectiosum. Fifth disease is also known as "slapped cheek syndrome." This is because it causes a red rash on the cheeks. Parvovirus B19 can spread from person to person. It spreads through droplets in the air or on surfaces we touch. </p><h2>Key points</h2> <ul> <li>Parvovirus B19 infection is a viral infection that is usually mild.</li> <li>People with blood disorders and pregnant women are at risk of complications.</li> <li>Once the rash appears, the child is no longer contagious.</li> </ul><h2>Signs and symptoms of Parvovirus B19<br></h2> <ul> <li><a href="/Article?contentid=30&language=English">mild fever</a>, chills, headaches and other flu-like symptoms (these usually appear four to 14 days after the virus enters the body, and can last up to three weeks)<br></li> <li>rash that starts after seven to 10 days of symptoms. The rash typically starts on the cheeks, then spreads to the torso and looks red, blotchy and lace-like. The rash then spreads to the arms and the rest of the body<br></li> <li>the rash can be more well-defined after a warm bath (it can be itchy and last from seven to 21 days)</li> <li>joint pain or swelling</li> </ul><h2>How to help your child with Parvovirus B19<br></h2><p>Offer your child fluids often. This helps to avoid dehydration. Treat fever or pain with <a href="/Article?contentid=62&language=English">acetaminophen</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=153&language=English">ibuprofen</a>. </p><p>Because Parvovirus B19 is caused by a virus, antibiotics will not work. There is no effective lotion or medication for the rash. </p><p>Children who are otherwise healthy usually get better after a few weeks. </p><h2>Complications</h2> <p>Parvovirus B19 can make children with immune system problems or blood disorders such as <a href="/Article?contentid=745&language=English">sickle cell disease</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=840&language=English">thalassemia</a> more sick. </p> <p>The virus can spread from a pregnant woman to her unborn child. If this happens, it can lead to severe and life-threatening conditions in the unborn baby.<br></p><h2>When to seek medical assistance</h2><p>Call your child's regular doctor if: </p><ul><li>your child has a blood disorder or a weakened immune system and you are concerned they may have Parvovirus B19 or have been in contact with someone with Parvovirus B19<br></li></ul><p>Call your doctor if:</p><ul><li>you are pregnant and have been in contact with someone with Parvovirus B19<br></li></ul><p>Go to the nearest Emergency Department or call 911 if your child:</p><ul><li>is unable to drink or eat and is becoming dehydrated</li><li>has trouble breathing</li><li>becomes very pale, tired or weak</li></ul>
Cinquième maladie de l'enfant (mégalérythème épidémique ou érythème infectieux aigu)CCinquième maladie de l'enfant (mégalérythème épidémique ou érythème infectieux aigu)Fifth disease (erythema infectiosum)FrenchInfectious DiseasesSchool age child (5-8 years);Pre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-15 years)SkinImmune systemConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Fever;Headache;Rash2010-03-05T05:00:00Z7.0000000000000072.0000000000000414.000000000000Health (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p>La 5e maladie de l'enfant est une infection virale. Apprenez les symptômes, les causes et les traitements associés à cette éruption cutanée.</p><h2>Qu'est-ce que la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant?</h2> <p>La 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant est une infection virale. Les éruptions cutanées très rouges sur les joues donnent l'impression que le malade a été giflé, ce qui explique l'origine du terme anglais de langue courante « slapped cheek syndrome ». La 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant est causée par un virus appelé « Parvovirus B19 ». Le Parvovirus B19 peut se propager d'une personne à l'autre. Il se propage par l'entremise de gouttelettes dans l’air ou des surfaces que nous touchons. </p><h2>Points clés</h2> <ul> <li>La 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l’enfant est une infection virale qui est habituellement bénigne.</li> <li>Les personnes qui souffrent de troubles sanguins et les femmes enceintes pourraient développer des complications.</li> <li>Une fois que l'éruption cutanée apparaît, l'enfant n'est plus contagieux.<br></li> </ul><h2>Signes et symptômes de la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant</h2><ul><li>Légère fièvre, frissons, maux de tête et autres symptômes qui ressemblent au rhume. Ces symptômes apparaissent habituellement 4 à 14 jours après avoir contracté le virus. Ils peuvent durer jusqu'à 3 semaines.</li><li>Joues rouges vif</li><li>Région pâle autour de la bouche</li><li>Une éruption rouge, en plaques et ressemblant à de la dentelle apparaît sur le torse environ 4 jours après le début de la maladie. Cette éruption se propage ensuite aux bras et au reste du corps. Il se peut que l'éruption soit mieux définie après un bain chaud. Elle peut démanger. Elle peut durer de 7 à 21 jours.</li><li>Parfois, douleurs articulaires ou enflure des articulations.<br></li></ul><h2>Comment aider votre enfant atteint de la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l’enfant</h2> <p>Donnez-lui souvent du liquide. Cela permet d'éviter la déshydratation. Soignez la fièvre ou la douleur avec de l'acétaminophène (Tylenol, Tempra) ou de l'ibuprofène (Motrin, Advil). </p> <p>Puisque la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant est provoquée par un virus, les antibiotiques ne fonctionneront pas. Il n'y a pas de lotion ou de médicaments efficaces pour les éruptions cutanées. </p> <p>Les enfants qui sont normalement en santé se rétabliront habituellement après quelques semaines.</p><h2>Complications</h2> <p>La 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant peut aggraver l'état des enfants qui souffrent de troubles sanguins, comme la drépanocytose ou la thalassémie.</p> <p>Une femme enceinte peut transmettre le virus à l'enfant qu'elle porte, ce qui peut provoquer des maladies graves et potentiellement mortelles pour le bébé à naître. Cela peut également provoquer une fausse couche. </p><h2>À quel moment faut-il obtenir de l'aide médicale </h2> <p>Consultez un médecin dans les cas suivants : </p> <ul> <li>Votre enfant contracte la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l'enfant</li> <li>Votre enfant souffre d’un trouble sanguin</li> <li>Vous êtes enceinte ou une femme enceinte a été en contact avec votre enfant, lequel a contracté la 5<sup>e</sup> maladie de l’enfant </li> </ul>

 

 

 

 

Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)756.000000000000Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)Parvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)PEnglishInfectious DiseasesSchool age child (5-8 years);Pre-teen (9-12 years);Teen (13-15 years)SkinImmune systemConditions and diseasesCaregivers Adult (19+)Fever;Headache;Rash2020-09-02T04:00:00Z7.7000000000000059.1000000000000509.000000000000Health (A-Z) - ConditionsHealth A-Z<p>Parvovirus B19 is a virus that causes fifth disease (slapped cheek syndrome). Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of Parvovirus B19.</p><h2>What is Parvovirus B19?</h2> <p>Parvovirus B19 is a virus that causes fifth disease or erythema infectiosum. Fifth disease is also known as "slapped cheek syndrome." This is because it causes a red rash on the cheeks. Parvovirus B19 can spread from person to person. It spreads through droplets in the air or on surfaces we touch. </p><h2>Key points</h2> <ul> <li>Parvovirus B19 infection is a viral infection that is usually mild.</li> <li>People with blood disorders and pregnant women are at risk of complications.</li> <li>Once the rash appears, the child is no longer contagious.</li> </ul><h2>Signs and symptoms of Parvovirus B19<br></h2> <ul> <li><a href="/Article?contentid=30&language=English">mild fever</a>, chills, headaches and other flu-like symptoms (these usually appear four to 14 days after the virus enters the body, and can last up to three weeks)<br></li> <li>rash that starts after seven to 10 days of symptoms. The rash typically starts on the cheeks, then spreads to the torso and looks red, blotchy and lace-like. The rash then spreads to the arms and the rest of the body<br></li> <li>the rash can be more well-defined after a warm bath (it can be itchy and last from seven to 21 days)</li> <li>joint pain or swelling</li> </ul><h2>Parvovirus B19 spreads before the rash appears</h2> <p>Parvovirus B19 is typically spread from person to person when a person with the infection coughs or sneezes. The illness is most likely to spread before the rash appears. After the rash appears, a child is no longer contagious. Your child can attend school while they have the rash. <br></p> <h2>How to help your child with Parvovirus B19<br></h2><p>Offer your child fluids often. This helps to avoid dehydration. Treat fever or pain with <a href="/Article?contentid=62&language=English">acetaminophen</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=153&language=English">ibuprofen</a>. </p><p>Because Parvovirus B19 is caused by a virus, antibiotics will not work. There is no effective lotion or medication for the rash. </p><p>Children who are otherwise healthy usually get better after a few weeks. </p><h2>Complications</h2> <p>Parvovirus B19 can make children with immune system problems or blood disorders such as <a href="/Article?contentid=745&language=English">sickle cell disease</a> or <a href="/Article?contentid=840&language=English">thalassemia</a> more sick. </p> <p>The virus can spread from a pregnant woman to her unborn child. If this happens, it can lead to severe and life-threatening conditions in the unborn baby.<br></p><h2>You can reduce the risk of getting Parvovirus B19 by:</h2><ul><li>avoiding close contact with people who are sick</li><li>not touching your eyes, nose or mouth</li><li>washing your hands frequently with alcohol-based hand sanitizer or soap and water</li></ul><p>Once you get Parvovirus B19, you have lifelong immunity.</p><h2>When to seek medical assistance</h2><p>Call your child's regular doctor if: </p><ul><li>your child has a blood disorder or a weakened immune system and you are concerned they may have Parvovirus B19 or have been in contact with someone with Parvovirus B19<br></li></ul><p>Call your doctor if:</p><ul><li>you are pregnant and have been in contact with someone with Parvovirus B19<br></li></ul><p>Go to the nearest Emergency Department or call 911 if your child:</p><ul><li>is unable to drink or eat and is becoming dehydrated</li><li>has trouble breathing</li><li>becomes very pale, tired or weak</li></ul><img alt="" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/fifth_disease.jpg" style="BORDER:0px solid;" />https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/fifth_disease.jpgparvovirusParvovirus infection (fifth disease, erythema infectiosum)FalseParvovirus infection

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