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1. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › roseolaRoseola - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Jun 29, 2022 · Roseola symptoms might include: Fever. Roseola often starts with a high fever — often higher than 103 F (39.4 C). It starts suddenly and lasts 3 to 5 days. Some children also may have a sore throat, runny nose or cough along with or before the fever. Your child may also develop swollen lymph nodes in the neck. Rash.

2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › roseolaRoseola - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Jun 29, 2022 · Like most viruses, roseola just needs to run its course. Once the fever subsides, your child will likely feel better soon. Roseola rash is harmless and clears up in 1 to 3 days. No creams or ointments are needed. To treat your child's fever at home, your health care provider may recommend: Plenty of rest.

3. www.medicinenet.com › is_roseola_contagiousIs Roseola Contagious? Adults, Infants, Symptoms, Cure

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   Mar 3, 2023 · The roseola rash may still be present, but the child or individual is usually not contagious after the fever abates. Therefore, a person with roseola is contagious for approximately 5 to 7 days, but once the rash appears, they are no longer contagious. Roseola is caused by a common virus (belonging to the family of herpesviruses and termed HHV-6).

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   Roseola might be diagnosed based on the symptoms. The initial symptoms are similar to many other childhood illnesses, such as measles. A roseola rash often starts on the chest or back. A measles rash begins on the head. Sometimes a blood test is done to confirm the diagnosis..

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   What are the symptoms of roseola in a child? It may take 5 to 15 days for a child to have symptoms of roseola after being exposed to the virus. A high fever may start suddenly and may reach 105°F (40.5°C). A child is most contagious during the high fever, before the rash occurs. The fever lasts 3 to 5 days and then suddenly goes away.

6. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesRoseola (Sixth Disease) Symptoms & Causes - Cleveland Clinic

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   Jun 12, 2023 · Roseola is a common, contagious viral infection that affects most babies and children before they turn 2. The main symptom is a sudden, high fever. This can cause febrile seizures (normally harmless) in some children. Roseola may cause serious complications in children with weakened immune systems. At-home care can help your child feel better.

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   Is roseola contagious?

   • Roseola is a contagious viral illness. It causes a high fever and then a rash that develops as the fever goes away. The disease is also called roseola infantum or sixth disease. What causes roseola in a child? Roseola is caused by a type of herpes virus. The virus can enter the body through the nose and mouth.

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   How do you know if roseola is contagious?

   • There is no specific test that can be used to diagnose roseola, although sometimes a blood test can identify its antibodies. Doctors usually diagnose roseola based on fever and the rash. A high fever usually comes before the skin rash in roseola. The fever can reach 104°F (40°C) and last 3 to 5 days. Roseola is contagious during this time.

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   Is roseola a serious infection?

   • Roseola usually manifests as a fever followed by a distinctive skin rash of pink patches or spots. Most cases of roseola occur in childhood and are not serious. Adults can still be infected, especially if they didn‘t have roseola as a child. People with a compromised immune system may also experience a reactivated roseola infection.

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   How long does roseola rash last?

   • Fever. Roseola often starts with a high fever — often higher than 103 F (39.4 C). It starts suddenly and lasts 3 to 5 days. Some children also may have a sore throat, runny nose or cough along with or before the fever. Your child may also develop swollen lymph nodes in the neck. Rash. After the fever goes away, a rash often appears.

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   Jun 20, 2023 · Roseola — also known as sixth disease — is a contagious illness caused by a virus. Roseola usually manifests as a fever followed by a distinctive skin rash of pink patches or spots. Most cases ...