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The only known treatment for Human Parvovirus B19 is through antibodies via immune globulin injections. Blood transfusions can be done to treat those infected with severe anemia.

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In more rare cases among adults, symptoms of Parvovirus could be severe anemia, painful or swollen joints, a more severe rash, or chronic arthritis.

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This is an example of a more severe case of Parvovirus.

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This is a fetus that has been infected with Parvovirus after getting the disease from its mother.

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Ways to prevent being infected with Parvovirus include washing hands with soap and warm water, covering mouth and nose when one coughs or sneezes, abstain from touching eyes, mouth, or nose, and stay home when ill.

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Parvovirus is acquired through respiratory secretions such as saliva, sputum, or nasal mucus from an infected person's cough or sneeze. It can also be transmitted through blood and blood products.

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Other symptoms include fatigue, low grade fever, headache, and upset stomach.

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A very detectible symptom of Parvovirus is called 'fifth disease'. This refers to the term 'slapped cheek disease' which is a mild face rash.

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2 out of 10 people who get infected will show no symptoms.

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Human Parvovirus normally targets healthy school-aged children. Adults as well as those who are immunocompromised are at high risk for infection.

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Parvovirus is scientifically known as Human Parvovirus B19.

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Mini outbreaks happen every 3 to 4 years around late winter, spring, and early summer. 50% of adults and 85% of older adults have had Parvovirus when they were little unknowingly, so they are now immune to the infection.