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My child is immune-compromised, can there be complications with fifth disease?
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Maybe: Fifth disease, caused by parvovirus b19, is usually mild and self-resolving. Some people get infected, have no symptoms, and become immune against re-infection. Complications can occur in immunocompromised persons and persons with chronic anemia, as well as occasionally in pregnant women. Such higher-risk persons should contact their doctors if exposed to someone with fifth disease.
Answered 12/10/2014
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Yes: It can cause a severe anemia and even death of the baby.
Answered 9/28/2016
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