The time between becoming infected and the beginning of symptoms (incubation period) is 5 to 15 days.
The first symptoms include:
Eye redness Irritability Runny nose Sore throat High fever, that comes on quickly and may be as high as 105° F (40.5° C) and can last 3 to 7 days.
About 2 to 4 days after becoming sick, the child's fever lowers and a rash appears. This rash most often:
Starts on the middle of the body and spreads to the arms, legs, neck, and face Is pink or rose-colored Has small sores that are slightly raised The rash lasts from a few hours to 2 to 3 days. It usually does not itch.
What are the symptoms of Roseola?
The time between becoming infected and the beginning of symptoms (incubation period) is 5 to 15 days.
The first symptoms include:
Eye redness Irritability Runny nose Sore throat High fever, that comes on quickly and may be as high as 105° F (40.5° C) and can last 3 to 7 days.
About 2 to 4 days after becoming sick, the child's fever lowers and a rash appears. This rash most often:
Starts on the middle of the body and spreads to the arms, legs, neck, and face Is pink or rose-colored Has small sores that are slightly raised The rash lasts from a few hours to 2 to 3 days. It usually does not itch.