Flashcard: Pediatric Viral Exanthems and Their Management — 10 carte

Measles exanthem — key feature?

Maculopapular rash starting on face, spreading downward.

Measles — causative agent?

Measles virus.

Rubella rash — characteristic?

Faint, pink, lasts about 3 days, begins on face.

Koplik spots — significance?

Pathognomonic for measles.

Fifth Disease — hallmark symptom?

Slapped cheek erythema with lace-like body rash.

Measles rash — onset?

3-5 days after prodrome.

Rubella — hallmark rash?

Erythematous, maculopapular, faces downward.

Rubella — complication?

Congenital rubella syndrome.

Fifth Disease — cause?

Parvovirus B19.

Roseola infantum — typical sign?

High fever followed by rash.