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Erythema Infectiosum

Fifth Disease
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Erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease, is a common viral illness primarily affecting children. It is caused by parvovirus B19 and is characterized by a distinctive facial rash and mild systemic symptoms. The term 'erythema infectiosum' is a legacy name; the modern preferred term is parvovirus B19 infection. It is generally mild and self-limited but can have complications in certain populations.

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UMLS CUI: C0085273
ICD-10-CM
B08.3
MeSH
D016731
SNOMED CT (US)
34730008

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