Question 1

how did slapped cheek disease originate ?

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Viral Illness: This is caused by a virus which spreads primarily thru respiratory droplets., .

Question 2

what are the symptoms of slapped cheek disease?

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Rash: Fifth disease (also called "slapped cheeks" or erythema infectiosum), is a mild childhood viral infection caused by parvovirus. Generally, children are only mildly ill, but will develop a very distinct rash, first on the face, and then often on the arms and legs. They may have a runny nose or low grade fever as well.

Question 3

what is the treatment of slapped cheek disease?

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Fever control: Slapped cheek disease is also known as fifth disease. It is caused by parvovirus b19, a common virus that causes sore throat, fever, headache, and the characteristic "slapped cheek" rash. The rash usually appears towards the end of the illness and may spread to the chest and arms. The treatment is supportive care, with fever control and lots of fluids. The rash eventually goes away on its own.

Question 4

what are the common symptoms of slapped cheek disease?

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Varies: "slapped cheek disease" is caused by an infection with parvovirus b19. Symptoms vary by age, but early signs and symptoms of infection in children may include sore throat, slight fever, upset stomach, headache, fatigue and itching along with the distinctive facial rash (that resembles a slapped cheek). The infection is usually resolves itself without medication.

Question 5

do you get lumps with slapped cheek disease?

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Perhaps: Might get accompanying swollen glands
typically rash from slapped cheek disease is viral, flat, lacy, and blanchable.

Question 6

reddish rash on one cheek. could this be fifths disease or you need rash on both cheeks?

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Fifth Disease: The rash limited to one cheek is not fifth disease, you need a rash on both cheeks like some one slapped you on both cheeks.

Question 7

how long can the rash of slapped cheek disease last?

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Slapped cheek: Slapped cheek is the first stage of 5th disease,  which is a common viral infection of childhood and lasts 2-5 days, then a lacelike rash begins on the arms.  The rash can recur because of heat or exercise over weeks/months after the initial rash fades.  The infection is self limited and no treatment is necessary, but if your child seems sick, always best to see your pediatrician.

Question 8

what sort of disorder is fifth disease (slapped cheek syndrome)?

Accepted Answer

Slapped cheek: Erythema infectiosum is caused by parvovirus b19. Spread by respiratory droplets. Onset sudden bright erythema of cheeks (slapped cheeks).  Followed by lacy rash on trunk and arms and legs. Complications rare, but can cause aplastic crisis in patients w hemolytic anemia.  Few other symptoms in kids.  Adults get headaches, body aches, and joint aches.

Question 9

will slapped cheek disease cause vomiting in young children?

Accepted Answer

Generally No: This condition usually has no symptoms in children other than a rash. Fever, vomiting etc are very rare.

Question 10

could slapped cheek disease cause vomiting in young children?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: The fifth disease, aka slapped cheek disease, typical causes flushing of face and nonpruritic (without itching) lace patterned rash on the extremities.

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