Fifth disease

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Fifth disease, also known as erythema infectiosum and slapped cheek syndrome, is a common and contagious disease caused by infection with parvovirus B19. This virus was discovered in 1975 and can also cause other diseases besides fifth disease. Fifth disease typically presents as a rash and is most common in children.

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