Differences between CFS/ME and FM Nov 12, 2008
Fibromyalgia has generally not been connected with viral and bacterial infections (with a few exceptions, such as mycoplasma and parvovirus B19). CFS/ME has occurred in epidemics, but none have been reported for fibromyalgia. (Suite101.com)
Childhood Rashes & DNA Virus Infect... Jul 13, 2008
Also called Fifth Disease and Slapped Cheek syndrome, erythemia infectiosum is caused by human parvovirus B19 (PV-B19). This nonenveloped DNA virus is of the Parvoviridae family, a group of some of the smallest viruses known (Parvus = Latin for small. (Suite101.com)
A Bone Marrow Disease With a Brighter Prognosis Mar 24, 2008
Some infectious diseases also can cause the disorder, including hepatitis, Epstein-Barr virus, cytomegalovirus, parvovirus B19, and HIV, as well as autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Finally, some genetic disorders have been linked to it. (Health-Finder)
Meridian to begin virus vaccine trials Aug 29, 2007
The biomedical company said in a news release that its subsidiary will begin Phase I-II testing on the vaccine, which is aimed at preventing Parvovirus B19 infections. The virus causes "fifth disease," characterized by a rash and low-grade fever in children, and joint swelling in adults. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Human Parvovirus B19 Infection Apr 4, 2007
Human Parvovirus B19 has been linked to a number of different autoimmune diseases, including vasculitis and connective tissue disorders ... The development of autoimmune conditions following Human Parvovirus B19 occurs in people of all ages and occurs more frequently in females ... Human Parvovirus B19 Disease. (Suite101.com)
More of this story Jan 25, 2007
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Fifth disease is caused by infection with the human parvovirus B19 and occurs most often in children, although adults who are not immune can be susceptible ... Dogs and cats can not contact parvovirus B19, nor can humans get the virus from pets. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
