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Roseola infantum

1F01

Link to WHO Definition

Roseola infantum – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1883970802

A disease caused by an infection with roseolovirus (human herpesvirus type 6 or 7). This disease is characterised by acute fever, followed by macular or maculopapular exanthem in some individuals. Transmission is by inhalation of infected respiratory secretions or direct contact.

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