Pink, flat, or slightly raised bumps around 2–3 mm in diameter are typical of roseola (sixth disease). This image displays the pink, flat or slightly raised bumps 2-3 mm in diameter that are typical of roseola (sixth disease). This image displays the rash of roseola (sixth disease) that follows a high fever. This image displays the bright pink rash typical of roseola (sixth disease). The rash of roseola (sixth disease) affect the face and ears of this infant. In roseola (sixth disease), the rash is pink to red and is typically widespread.
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Roseola (Sixth Disease):
A parent's guide for infants and babies

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Pink, flat, or slightly raised bumps around 2–3 mm in diameter are typical of roseola (sixth disease).
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Self-Care Guidelines
Roseola goes away without any treatment. However, you might:
  • Control the child's fever with acetaminophen (Tylenol®) or ibuprofen and cool sponge baths. (Do not use very cold water, ice, or alcohol rubs.)
  • Encourage the child to drink fluids to avoid dehydration.
There is no way to prevent roseola from spreading because it is contagious before any symptoms appear.
When to Seek Medical Care
  • Call the doctor if the fever does not go down with acetaminophen, if the child is difficult to wake up, or if the child is very irritable or appears very ill.
  • If the child has convulsions or seizures due to fever, call the doctor or emergency room immediately.
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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