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Viral Exanthem Transmission
Facts about the transmission of a viral exanthem:
  • People release the virus into the air on droplets of mucus when they sneeze or cough.
    • The virus enters the lungs of others when they inhale the droplets. Images
  • The virus may also spread during contact with infected saliva or nasal mucus. Images
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Last Updated: Aug 26, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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