Erythema infectiosum
ICD-10 Code
B08.3
Erythema infectiosum
Definition
A self-limited viral infectious disorder caused by the human parvovirus B19. It affects predominantly children and is characterized by the development of a bright red skin eruption in the cheeks. It is followed by a maculopapular skin eruption in the extremities which eventually fades into a lacey pattern.
Also known as fifth disease — per MONDO