Fifth Disease
Definition
Fifth disease is an illness caused by a virus that leads to a rash on the cheeks, arms, and legs.
Symptoms
* Rash
o First appears on the cheeks, often looks like "slapped cheeks"
o Spreads to the arms and legs about 1 day later, often has a "lacy" appearance
* Fever
* Joint pain
* Temporary anemia -- this is only serious if the patient has a immune system problem and some other, existing form of anemia
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