Viral Exanthem
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Facts about a viral exanthem:
Viral exanthems are extremely common, but the exact incidence is unknown.
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Viral Exanthem Risk Factors
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Last Updated: Aug 26, 2008
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Viral Exanthem References:
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Mankuta D, Bar-Oz B, Koren G. Erythema infectiosum (Fifth disease) and pregnancy. Can Fam Physician. 1999 Mar;45:603-5.
Stoeckle MY. The spectrum of human herpesvirus 6 infection: from roseola infantum to adult disease. Annu Rev Med. 2000;51:423-30.
