Have you ever heard of it? Well, I have and it has come to our family once again. Many years ago when our oldest was just a baby, he was diagnosed with it. Now, almost 17 years later, my 4 year old has been diagnosed with it.
Well, you ask, what is it? Here is a quote from kidshealth.org, “Especially common in kids between the ages of 5 and 15, fifth disease typically produces a distinctive red rash on the face that makes the child appear to have a “slapped cheek.” The rash then spreads to the trunk, arms, and legs. Fifth disease is actually just a viral illness that most kids recover from quickly and without complications.”
So, while it isn’t a bad disease, it is a nuisance of one. We have spent the day at home, just hanging out and taking it easy.
As you can tell, Claire still has the “slapped cheek” look. Hopefully the symptoms will be over soon and not look like we have slapped our child! LOL
