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Erythema infectiosum is seen in -

A
Rubella
B
Fifth disease
C
Scarlet fever
D
Diphtheria
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'b' Fifth disease Erythema infectiosum also known as fifth disease is caused by Parvo Virus (B-19)*.About Erythema infectiosum *Most common clinical manifestation of human parvovirus infection.Characteristics skin lesions appear in 3 stages:1st phase - Cheeks are erythematous giving appearance of slapped cheeks*.2nd phase - Itching erythematous maculopapular rash on extensor surface (Palms and soles spread)*.3rd phase - Rash begins to fade and disappears in about 2 weeks*.

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