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My 16mo son may have 5th disease based on his symptoms/4yo brother's last wk. my concern is that 4d later fever is back w/lethargy. should he be seen?

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Dr. Becky White answered

Yes: Return of fever usually means a new infection or a secondary bacterial infection. Your doctor will be able to tell you which.

Answered 1/31/2014

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A member asked:

My 16mo son may have 5th disease based on his symptoms/4yo brother's last wk. my concern is that 4d later fever is back w/lethargy. should he be seen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Becky White answered

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