Virulence Factors of Human herpesvirus-6 (HHV-6) and Human herpesvirus-7 (HHV-7)

This pathogen can be spread via direct contact with the saliva or respiratory secretions of an infected individual, often through droplet aerosols. It is also very common in children. 

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Roseola, sometimes called roseola infantum or exanthem subitum (“sudden rash”), is a mild viral infection usually caused by human herpesvirus-6 (HHV-6) and occasionally by HHV-7.

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*Human herpesvirus-6* (HHV-6) and  *Human herpesvirus-7* (HHV-7)

Initial cold like symptoms with high fever, followed by a macular or papular rash three to five days later. 

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