Erythema Infectiosum

Question: What is Parvovirus B19 (Fifth Disease) Answer: Parvovirus B19 is a common childhood viral illness. It is also called fifth disease, “Slapped Cheek” or Erythema Infectiosum. About 50 per cent of all adults have been infected sometime during childhood or adolescence. People who have had parvovirus B19 are usually immune to it for life. […]