Viruses are tiny parts of a cell, smaller than a bacterium, that attach to a human cell and start to multiply. Different viruses attack specific parts of the body, such as the blood, skin and liver, as well as the respiratory, neurological and...
Skin rashes can occur at any age, with some, such as roseola infantum, being associated with viruses acquired during childhood. Many skin rashes are not serious and go away on their own. A thorough physical exam by the doctor can help decide what...
Herpes viruses cause numerous diseases in humans. Classified as DNA viruses according to the type of genetic material they possess, herpes viruses are typically transmitted by close intimate contact, usually involving contact with infected body...
Epilepsy is a term used to describe recurrent seizures. Depending on the type and severity of the disorder, seizures can occur frequently throughout the day or sporadically every few months. The seizure itself occurs due a strong burst of...
Chicken pox is also known as varicella. It is caused by a virus known as varicella-zoster. This is the same virus that causes shingles, also known as zoster. It is in the family of viruses known as human herpesviridae, or HHV. These are viruses...
Febrile convulsions, or a febrile seizure, are seizures caused by a fever. Febrile seizures most often occur in babies and young children whose temperatures suddenly spike, according to MayoClinic.com. Febrile seizures are often caused by the...
Rashes are a very common condition that can affect the soft and smooth skin of young infants. They can be caused by a number of factors, including infections and reactions to environmental stimuli or, more rarely, be the sign of serious disorders....
High fevers accompanied by rashes can affect both infants and toddlers. These signs are often indicative of childhood infectious diseases, which can be as common and recognizable as a viral syndrome, or as severe as bacterial meningitis. The type...
A variety of viral infections can cause rashes in conjunction with fevers. These conditions, known as viral exanthems, usually present with fever and a variety of other symptoms. Many of the more dangerous infections can be prevented with good...
Viral infections affect many organs of the body. The skin is one such organ affected by viruses, either as the primary target or as a signal of ongoing systemic infections. The principal skin manifestation of a viral infection is a rash. The...
Roseola infantum, or exanthem subitum, is a benign rash in young children generally following a fever. Learn more about roseola including treatment options in this medical video.
