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Fifth disease
A viral illness that starts with a "slapped cheek" rash on cheeks and a flat red spotted rash, mostly on the arms and upper legs, that can cause joint swelling and pain. It can be harmful to an unborn baby.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
Is a type of:Viral skin diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | |||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | |||||
| Young adult19-40 | |||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be managed without a doctor visit
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
