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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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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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