Pink, flat, or slightly raised bumps around 2–3 mm in diameter are typical of roseola (sixth disease). In roseola (sixth disease), the rash is pink to red and is typically widespread. 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).
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Roseola (Sixth Disease)  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

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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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Signs and Symptoms
If your child is otherwise well but has a high fever over 102 degrees Fahrenheit for 4 days, followed by a rash on the torso, he or she likely has roseola.

The fever that accompanies roseola is followed immediately by the appearance of rose-pink, flat or slightly raised bumps 2–3 mm in diameter that begin on the torso and may spread to the neck as well as the arms and legs (upper and lower extremities).
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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