Answer:
Scarlet fever
Step-by-step explanation:
The fifth disease is known as erythema infectious which causes the following –
a) Red patches on the cheek of the child
b) Rash on the limbs and trunk
c) Some common cold symptoms such as running nose, sore throat, headache etc.
d) Is communicable and can spread through secretions like saliva etc.
The rashes on the body are very similar to the fifth disease symptoms such as rashes, sore throat etc., caused in scarlet fever. Scarlet fever is caused by bacteria, Streptococcus pyogenes.