Parvovirus B19 Flashcards

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1
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hallmark

A

virus that causes rash and arthritis

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presentation

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erythema infectiosum (slapped cheek disease)
acute arthritis, wrists as rash fades
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complications

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spontaneous abortion
aplastic crises (drop in Hb)
anaemia

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diagnosis

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antibody testing for parvovirus B19 IgM

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