What are the symptoms of a parvovirus infection? Swollen joints (more common in adults). Painful joints (more common in adults). Fatigue. Low-grade fever. Headache. Upset stomach. Arthritis (some cases have caused chronic arthritis or even rheumatoid arthritis).
How do you know if a human has parvo?
Parvovirus infection face rash A bright red rash on the cheeks is a distinctive sign of parvovirus infection. Parvovirus infection is a common and highly contagious childhood illness. It's sometimes called slapped-cheek disease because of the distinctive face rash that develops.
What happens if a human gets parvo?
Parvovirus B19 can cause severe anemia (a condition in which the body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells). Some people may also have painful or swollen joints, which is more common in adults.
How do you treat parvo in humans?
For an uncomplicated parvovirus infection, self-care treatment at home is generally sufficient. People with severe anemia may need to stay in the hospital and receive blood transfusions. Those with weakened immune systems may receive antibodies, via immune globulin injections, to treat the infection.
What causes parvovirus in humans?
Transmission. Parvovirus B19—which causes fifth disease—spreads through respiratory secretions, such as saliva, sputum, or nasal mucus, when an infected person coughs or sneezes. You are most contagious when it seems like you have “just a fever and/or cold” and before you get the rash or joint pain and swelling.
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