Erythema infectiosum

• Caused by parvovirus B19
• "Slapped cheeks" rash
  • Abrupt appeance
  • Spares eyelids and chin
  • Lasts 4-5d
• Macular erythema develops on trunk/limbs 2d after apperance of facial rash
  • May last 1wk
• Assoc symptoms include fever, HA, sore throat, cough, coryza, N/V

See Also

Pediatric Rashes