Review Note

Last Update: 10/02/2024 01:21 PM

Current Deck: RACGP::Paediatrics

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Fields:

Front

Erythema infectiousum / slapped cheek

Clinical sign/symptom timeline (three stages)

Back

Prodrome:

Fever, headache, coryza, N&D

Initial presentation, Rash 2-5 days later:

mild, fever in only 15–30%,
cervical lymphadenopathy
intensely red, ‘slapped cheek’ rash often with circumoral pallor (viraemic phase); spares nasal ridge
By the time the rash develops, the viraemia has resolved and the child usually feels well

Later:

Diffuse macular erythema trunk and limbs - central clearing - lacy
Reticulated
On extensor surfaces, spares palms and soles

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