low risk
Parvovirus B19
Fifth disease
When to seek urgent care: Pregnant women seek care
Key facts
Family
Parvoviridae
Type
DNA virus
Severity
Mild
Incubation
4-14 days
Vaccine
None
Est. cases tracked
2,527
Symptoms
Slapped-cheek rashMild feverJoint pain
Transmission
Respiratory droplets
Prevention
Hand hygiene
Treatment
Supportive care
Related viruses (same family)
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