Measles exanthem — key feature?
Maculopapular rash starting on face, spreading downward.
Rubella rash — characteristic?
Faint, pink, lasts about 3 days, begins on face.
Fifth Disease — hallmark symptom?
Slapped cheek erythema with lace-like body rash.
Measles — causative agent?
Measles virus.
Koplik spots — significance?
Pathognomonic for measles.
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.
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