Your obstetrician can provide more advice. The virus does not cause any other problems for your baby. The rashes caused by slapped cheek will not cause any discomfort to your child, and will get better on their own.
Slapped cheek is caused by the human parvovirus B19, which is not the same as the parvovirus that is seen in cats and dogs. We acknowledge the input of RCH consumers and carers. To donate, visit www. This information is intended to support, not replace, discussion with your doctor or healthcare professionals. The authors of these consumer health information handouts have made a considerable effort to ensure the information is accurate, up to date and easy to understand.
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Slapped cheek fifth disease Slapped cheek is a viral infection caused by the human parvovirus B Slapped cheek is not life threatening and complications are rare. Signs and symptoms It may take between four and 14 days after your child is exposed to slapped cheek for any symptoms to show. The first symptoms can include fever, headache, stomach upsets, aches and pains.
Tell your midwife or a GP if you're pregnant or have a weakened immune system and have been near someone with slapped cheek syndrome. These can be signs of severe anaemia and you might be sent to hospital for a blood transfusion. It's hard to avoid spreading slapped cheek syndrome because most people do not know they have it until they get the rash. Slapped cheek syndrome is caused by a virus parvovirus B The virus spreads to other people, surfaces or objects by coughing or sneezing near them.
Page last reviewed: 18 February Next review due: 18 February Slapped cheek syndrome. Check if it's slapped cheek syndrome The first sign of slapped cheek syndrome is usually feeling unwell for a few days. It makes children look like their cheeks have been slapped. The rash then spreads to the chest, tummy, back, arms and legs, but not the palms and soles.
By the time the rash has appeared, your child is usually no longer sick. It might take weeks for the rash to clear entirely.
Overheating, exercise or sunlight can make the rash look worse. The rash might come and go for a while. Sometimes it comes and goes for several months. Other symptoms of slapped cheek disease can include red eyes, swollen glands , sore throat and diarrhoea. Some children are at higher risk of complications from slapped cheek disease. They include children who have:.
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