Mayo Clinic expert explains parvovirus B19, a common childhood infection

Parvovirus B19 is the cause of fifth disease, a mild rash typically seen in children, although adults can contract the virus. Parvovirus B19 affects only humans. You can’t contract it or transmit it to dogs or cats. However, different parvoviruses can affect pets.
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