Parvovirus B19; Erythema infectiosum; Slapped cheek

No treatment is usually required for fifth disease in children. If fever or joint discomfort is present then oral acetaminophen (such as Tylenol) may be given.

Since this is a mild and generally benign viral infection, complete recovery can be expected.

There are generally no complications in normally healthy children.

Call your health care provider if your child has symptoms of this disease. Other disorders can cause similar symptoms and should be ruled out.

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Review Date: 08/02/2009
Reviewed By: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)