Conjunctivitis associated with fifth disease in a child: a case report
Scharre, J.E.; Veith, J.
Journal of the American Optometric Association 67(12): 763-766
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-0244 PMID: 9286318 Document Number: 6444
Erythema infectiosum, fifth disease, is a mildly contagious childhood illness that may present with viral conjunctivitis. It is characterized by a facial rash with a "slapped-cheek" appearance and "lacy-like" rash on the trunk and extremities. Fifth disease is believed to be caused by parvovirus B19. A case of 10-year-old child with fifth disease and conjunctivitis is presented. The progression, differential diagnosis, and management of fifth disease are reviewed.
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