Journal of Pediatric Care

Pediatric Viral Disease and its Diagnostics

The common cold, bronchiolitis, tonsillitis, ear infections, influenza, mumps, fifth illness, and chickenpox are all caused by viruses. There are hundreds of viruses, one of which is responsible for the fifth sickness in children. The fifth illness is a viral infection that causes red rashes on the arms, legs, and cheeks. As a result, it is also known as "slapped cheek illness." The fifth illness, also known as erythema infectiosum, is a contagious viral infection that is common among school-aged children. It is most common in the winter and early spring. The fifth disease is caused by parvovirus B19. Only parvovirus B19 causes the fifth disease. Humans are infected by this parvovirus. The fifth sickness is very contagious and readily spreads from individual to individual. However, once exposed to the virus, individuals are unlikely to recover.

Author(s):

Kumar Sujathan

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