The mode of transmission isn't known, and rarely does an infected child transmit roseloa to a sibling. The incubation period lasts from 10 to 15 days. Parents of a child with roseola usually report an abruptly rising unexplainable fever that peaks between 103 and 105 for 3-5 days and then drops suddenly. Accompanying the drop in temp is a rash that blanches with pressure. This rash, which is profuse on the child's trunk, arms and neck and mild on the face and legs fades within 24 hours.
Treatment is supportive and symptomatic.
This is what it says about roseola in one of my medical text books. 3 of my children had it and it did not seem to bother them at all after the temp. The rash did not itch it was the fever that bothered them the most. All boards on this server are now Read Only . Please visit the Talking Page for the new location for this board, or click here to read about the changes .