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Roseola, also known as sixth disease, is an infectious disease caused by certain types of human herpes viruses. Most infections occur before the age of three. [1] Symptoms vary from absent to the classic presentation of a fever of rapid onset followed by a rash.
Jul 4, 2023 · Roseola infantum, also known as exanthema subitum or sixth disease, typically presents in children between six and 12 months of age; ninety percent of cases occur in children younger than two years. This condition is responsible for between 10 and 45 percent of febrile illness in infants.
- Tessa B. Mullins, Karthik Krishnamurthy
- 2023/07/04
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Roseola is characterised by high fever lasting for 3–5 days, runny nose, irritability and tiredness. As the fever subsides a rash ( exanthem) may appear on the face and body. Roseola is also known by the names roseola infantum and exanthem subitum.
Jun 29, 2022 · Roseola is a common infection that usually affects children by age 2. It's caused by a virus that spreads from person to person. It can cause a high fever followed by a rash that doesn't itch or hurt. About a quarter of the people with roseola get a rash.
Oct 9, 2020 · The classic presentation of roseola infantum is a 9- to 12-month-old infant who acutely develops a high fever and often a febrile seizure. After 3 days, a rapid defervescence occurs, and a...
Roseola (ROSE–ee-OH-lah) is a common childhood illness caused by a virus. It usually affects children age 6 months to 3 years but can occur in children somewhat younger or older. The illness starts with a high fever that comes on suddenly and can last for 2 to 5 days.
A Roseola rash is made up of small pinkish red spots and bumps which are not itchy or painful. The rash lasts a couple of days before disappearing again. Children with Roseola may also complain of a sore throat and have swollen glands in the neck and swollen eyelids.
