Roseola infantum Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Roseola infantum (also known as exanthem subitum, occasionally sixth disease) is a common disease of infancy caused by the human herpes virus 6 (HHV6).
2
Q
incubation period
A
5-15 days
3
Q
who does it affect?
A
children aged 6 months to 2 years.
4
Q
features
A
high fever: lasting a few days, followed later by a
maculopapular rash
Nagayama spots: papular enanthem on the uvula and soft palate
febrile convulsions occur in around 10-15%
diarrhoea and cough are also commonly seen
5
Q
complications
A
aseptic meningitis
hepatitis
6
Q
is school exclusion required
A
No
