Childhood Conditions: Slapped Cheek

Question 1

Symptoms of Slapped Cheek

Answer 1

• Bright red rash on cheeks
• Light pink, lace like, itchy rash of trunk
• Initial cold and flu

Question 2

What is the most contagious period of slapped cheek

Answer 2

The initial cold and flew period before the rash

Fever sore throat and headache

Question 3

Referral criteria of sapped cheek

Answer 3

• Exposed patient groups (pregnant women) (can cause miscarriage/stillbirth)
• Blood disorders (sickle cell)
• Symptoms of fever anaemia
  (fainting, severe shortness of breath, pale skin, tiredness)

Question 4

OTC symptomatic treatment

Answer 4

• Paracetamol / ibuprofen (for hayfever and headaches)
• Antihistamines
  (eases itchy rash) (piriton)

Question 5

Slapped Cheek advice

Answer 5

• rest and plenty of fluids
• Once rash appears it is no longer contagious