roseola infantumArticle Free Pass roseola infantum, also called
exanthem subitum, infectious disease of early childhood marked
by rapidly developing high fever (to 106° F) lasting about three
days and then subsiding completely. A few hours after the
temperature returns to normal, a mildly itchy rash develops
suddenly on the trunk, neck, and behind the ears but fades
rapidly after two days. The disease appears to be caused by a
filterable virus and is especially contagious. Treatment is to
relieve symptoms. Roseola infantum is distinguished from measles
by the height and duration of fever preceding the appearance of
the rash. What made you want to look up "roseola infantum"?
Please share what surprised you most...