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Fifth disease

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 symptoms suggestive of fifth disease develop (to rule out other disorders that could be causing the symptoms).

Review Date: 08/18/2006
Reviewed By: Benjamin W. Van Voorhees, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.