Parvovirus B19
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The pediatrician and the infectious disease specialist are the specialists who recognize parvovirus B19 infection, a common virus that causes a generally mild illness, more frequent in childhood. In children it usually presents with a characteristic redness on the cheeks.
How it presents:
- Redness on the cheeks, as if slapped
- Rash on the arms, trunk, or legs
- Mild cold-like symptoms
- In some adults, joint discomfort
How it is transmitted: It spreads mainly through respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing, or close contact.
Whom to see?: The pediatrician and the pediatric infectious disease specialist evaluate the condition; the dermatologist and the allergist help distinguish the rash. If questions arise about the rash or general condition, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional.
Data on 105 doctors who treat parvovirus b19
Which specialist treats parvovirus b19?
Parvovirus B19 should be evaluated by a pediatrician in children, who identifies the characteristic rash; a pediatric infectious disease specialist can confirm the diagnosis, and a dermatologist can help if the skin is the main sign.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in parvovirus b19
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Dora Alicia Valdés Burnes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Rocio Maily Vázquez Martínez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Frequently asked questions
What is parvovirus b19?
The pediatrician and the infectious disease specialist are the specialists who recognize parvovirus B19 infection, a common virus that causes a generally mild illness, more frequent in childhood. In children it usually presents with a characteristic redness on the cheeks.
Which doctor treats parvovirus b19?
Parvovirus B19 should be evaluated by a pediatrician in children, who identifies the characteristic rash; a pediatric infectious disease specialist can confirm the diagnosis, and a dermatologist can help if the skin is the main sign.