Question 1

who discovered the parvovirus infection that causes rashes?

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Cossert : Y. E. Cossert and colleagues first discovered the human parvovirus and published their work in the medical journal the lancet in 1975. The designation b19 with it refers to the coding of the sample in which it was found while looking for viruses using an electron microscope.

Question 2

what is the human parvo b19 virus and vasculitis rash?

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Rash: In general, parvovirus b19 outbreaks occur in late winter and spring. The time course for the virus:
incubation: 4-14 days (21 days in some cases), 
infectivity: prior to rash onset
you should talk with your doctor if you are having issues or worsening rash.

Question 3

i have a 1:160 homogenous ana, negative ana reflex cascade.  i have a face rash, chills, joint pain, raynaud's but i also tested positive for parvo. could negative reflex cascade mean no lupus?

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It could: Lupus is best diagnosed by a rheumatologist and involves a combination of both symptoms and laboratory tests, which as you note, test for autoimmune activity.

Question 4

my son is 2 and presenting classic s&s of parvovirus b19. i know you can only treat symptoms, the rash has subsided. is a doctors appt necessary?

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Mgt: Most cases resolve without any treatment. If you notice any symptoms that continue or recur such as joint pain, paleness of the skin, respiratory problems, an appointment with your PCP is advised. 
In the meantime, continue to provide hydration and monitor his temperature for the next week.

Question 5

parvo and 5ths-- how it is spread?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory route: But not infectious by the time the rash develops.

Question 6

how dangerous is parvo and how is it treated?

Accepted Answer

Parvoviruses: "Parvo" means small in Latin - so these are a group of very small viruses. There are human viruses such as Parvovirus B19, which causes Fifth disease in humans or possibly other rare illnesses. Then, there are animal parvoviruses such as the canine parvovirus- which can be very bad for puppies. Most of us have been exposed to parvovirus, the question is -is it a problem? An ID doc should help.

Question 7

what is the human parvo virus?

Accepted Answer

Parvovirus: It is a virus that causes a fever and rash in.Children. Infection causes a transient slow down in red cell formation which is important in people with hemolytic anemias like sickle cell and during pregnancy when the fetus may die.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of parvo virus?

Accepted Answer

Fifth disease: In children, parvovirus b19 causes a slapped cheek looking facial rash and some lacy rash on the arms, a benign disease.  However, it causes a transient block in red blood cell production that in normals is of no consequence but in those with hemolytic anemia such as sickle cell disease, profound anemia can occur.  In pregnancy, the effect on the developing fetus can be fatal.

Question 9

i am pregnant  and a friend has parvo ?

Accepted Answer

Avoid them: Parvovirus b-19 is associated with intrauterine infection and/or miscarriage. I would advise against any contact.

Question 10

can human parvo bring on stills disease?

Accepted Answer

Parvo virus and JRA : Parvo virus does not cause still's diseae. Still's disease is an auto-immune disorder and sometimes associated with specific hla antigens.

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My son is 2 and presenting classic s&s of parvovirus b19. i know you can only treat symptoms, the rash has subsided. is a doctors appt necessary?

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Parvo and 5ths-- how it is spread?

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How dangerous is parvo and how is it treated?

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What is the human parvo virus?

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