Erythema Infectiosum

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). Bacterial infections, especially with streptococci. Lyme disease – infectious disease caused by bacteria and transmitted to humans by ticks. Dengue fever – (sub-)tropical infectious disease caused by dengue virus and transmitted by mosquitoes. Hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), unspecified. Infections with herpes simplex virus (HSV) or enteroviruses. Measles Rubella (German … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Complications

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be caused by infection with parvovirus B19: Blood, blood-forming organs – Immune system (D50-D90). Anemia (anemia), transient (temporary). Aplastic anemia (deficiency of all cell series in the blood due to transient inability of the bone marrow to form) due to prolonged viremia (presence of … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Complications

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Examination

A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes, and sclerae (white part of the eye) [patchy (maculopapular) rash, usually beginning on the cheeks and spreading to the extremities; the individual skin … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Examination

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of parvovirus B19 infection (ringworm). Family history What is the current health status of your relatives? Social history What is your profession? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). Have you noticed any symptoms such as fever or rash? Where did the … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Medical History

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Test and Diagnosis

2nd order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the history, physical examination, etc. – for differential diagnostic clarification Parvovirus B19 antibodies (IgM and IgG; if IgG antibodies are detectable but no IgM antibodies, there is immune protection; IgM antibodies are detectable seven to ten days after infection and remain positive for up to … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Test and Diagnosis

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Drug Therapy

Therapeutic Objective Avoidance of complications (as far as possible) – patients with immunodeficiency (antibody deficiency syndromes, HIV infection), hematopoietic disorders and pregnant women are at risk. Therapy recommendations Symptomatic therapy (analgesics (painkillers), antipyretics (antipyretic drugs), if necessary); in most cases, no drug therapy is necessary Pregnancy: in acute B19 infection of a pregnant woman, prophylactic … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Drug Therapy

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Diagnostic Tests

Mandatory medical device diagnostics in gravidity (pregnancy). Vaginal sonography (ultrasound examination using an ultrasound probe inserted into the vagina) or abdominal sonography* (every 4 weeks) [hydrops fetalis? – Disease of the fetus with increased edema (fluid accumulation) in the fetal soft tissues and serous body cavities]. Fetal ultrasound diagnostics (malformation diagnostics). Doppler sonography to determine … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Diagnostic Tests

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Prevention

To prevent parovirus B19 infection (ringworm), attention must be paid to reducing risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Occupational contact with affected individuals Family contact with affected persons Non-sufficient hygiene Note: Human parvovirus-B19 (B19V) is markedly environmentally stable. It can only be inactivated by virucidal disinfectants if the exposure time is observed. Breastfeeding Breastfeeding is allowed

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Ringworm and Pregnancy

During pregnancy, the virus can be transmitted to the unborn child through the placenta (placenta). Consequences of infection for the unborn child include: Intrauterine fetal death (IUFT). Hydrops fetalis – disease of the fetus with increased edema (fluid accumulation) in fetal soft tissues and serous body cavities Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) Notice. The majority, that is, … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Ringworm and Pregnancy

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate erythema infectiosum (ringworm)/parvovirus B19 infection: Prodromal stage (preliminary stage of infectious disease with nonspecific symptoms): Fever General malaise / cold-like symptoms, possibly mild nausea. Diarrhea (diarrhea) Cephalgia (headache) Erythema infectiosum: fiery red eruption on the cheeks (beginning with the prodromal stage); one to 4 days later: patchy (maculopapular) … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Causes

Pathogenesis (disease development) Parvovirus B19 is transmitted by droplet infection or contact with body fluids. After infection, high viremia develops (generalization phase of a cyclic viral infection associated with viral settlement, replication, and spread through the bloodstream), and symptoms begin as part of the body’s immune response. The virus mainly attacks the precursor cells of … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Causes

Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Therapy

General measures Observance of the general hygiene measures! In the occurrence of fever: Bed rest and physical rest (even with only a slight fever). Fever below 38.5 °C does not necessarily need to be treated! (Exceptions: Children prone to febrile convulsions; old, weakened people; patients with a weakened immune system). In case of fever from … Ringworm (Erythema Infectiosum): Therapy