Slapped cheek syndrome

The main symptom of slapped cheek syndrome is a rash on 1 or both cheeks. It may be harder to see on brown and black skin.

Slapped cheek syndrome usually goes away on its own. You can ease symptoms by resting, drinking fluids, and taking painkillers if uncomfortable.

Slapped cheek syndrome can spread by coughs and sneezes or by touching contaminated objects.

Slapped cheek syndrome is an infection that mainly affects children. It usually causes a rash on the cheeks.