Herpangina (not caused by a “herpes” virus) causes a fever, sore throat, and painful blisters or ulcers on the back of the mouth that cause difficulty swallowing.

Exanthems in children are most often related to viral infections. Some, like those of measles, are common, but many others are less well-recognized.

Macular & Maculopapular Exanthems Measles Measles is caused by a ssRNA virus belonging to the Paramyxoviridae family, genus Morbillivirus. It has an incubation period of approximately 10–12 days ...