Pediatrics Impoant Viral Diseases in Children 7ddf1c41

All of the following are true about erythema infectiosum EXCEPT?

Slapped cheek appearance seen

Caused by parvovirus

Rash initially appears on trunk

Known as 'fifth disease'

High-Yield Explanation

Erythema infectiosum (fifth disease) A benign, self-limited exanthematous illness of childhood, caused by Parvovirus B19 Hallmark is the characteristic rash ("slapped-cheek" appearance).

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