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Fifth Disease

Epidemics often occur in schools, however Children are not particularly unwell.

Children develop a red rash initially over the face (hence "slapped cheek disease"), which then spreads down the body and limbs. The colour fades first from the central areas leaving a lacy appearance to the rash. It lasts about a week, and there are rarely complications.


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