Infection: Human Herpesvirus 6 And 7 Flashcards
1
Q
Is HHV-6 or 7 more prevalent?
A
HHV-6
2
Q
Most children are infected by either by what age?
A
Age of 2 years - usually from oral secretions of a family member
3
Q
What do they classically cause?
A
Roseola infantum (also known as exanthema submitum)
4
Q
How does roseola infantum present?
A
High fever with malaise lasting a few days
Followed by generalised macular rash - appears as fever wanes
Many have fever without rash and many have subclincal infection
5
Q
What is it frequently misdiagnosed as?
A
Measles or rubella
6
Q
In rare cases, what can they cause?
A
Aseptic meningitis
Encephalitis
Hepatitis
Mononucleosis like syndrome
