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It is the classic cause of the childhood rash called fifth disease or erythema infectiosum, or "slapped face syndrome". [5] [6] The name comes from it being the fifth in a list of historical classifications of common skin rash illnesses in children. [7] The virus was discovered by chance in 1975 by Australian virologist Yvonne Cossart.
Fifth disease, also known as erythema infectiosum and slapped cheek syndrome, [3] is a common and contagious disease caused by infection with parvovirus B19. [4] This virus was discovered in 1975 and can cause other diseases besides fifth disease. [5]
Human bocavirus 1 is a common cause of acute respiratory tract infection, especially in young children, wheezing being a common symptom. Other parvoviruses associated with different diseases in humans include human parvovirus 4 and human bufavirus, though the manner by which these viruses cause disease is unclear. [6]
When due to a cancer, the bumps tend to be fewer, firmer and larger. [2] The condition can occur following infection of an unborn baby with rubella, cytomegalovirus, toxoplasmosis, or coxsackie virus. [4] Other viral causes include parvovirus B19 and herpes simplex. [1]
Rosy cheeks are usually considered a good thing: After all, don’t people apply blush to give themselves a pinkish glow? “In romantic circumstances, a blush unveils our interest in the other ...
Cancer; Candidiasis ("Thrush") Chagas disease; Chickenpox; Copenhagen disease; Croup; Cystic fibrosis; Cytomegalovirus (the virus most frequently transmitted before birth) Dental caries; Type 1 diabetes; Diphtheria; Duchenne muscular dystrophy; Fifth disease; Congenital Heart Disease; Infectious mononucleosis; Influenza; Intussusception ...
TORCH syndrome is a cluster of symptoms caused by congenital infection with toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex, and other organisms including syphilis, parvovirus, and Varicella zoster. [1] Zika virus is considered the most recent member of TORCH infections. [2]
“There are many creative ways you can eat beets, from pickled, roasted, boiled, or pureed,” Larsen said. “The earthy and slightly sweet flavor pairs well with cheese, vegetables, and protein.