These symptoms are followed by a telltale rash, which develops into red bumps or lesions. The rash can be painful and itchy and is often found on the face, hands, feet, mouth or genitals. “The rash can last as long as four weeks, but typically will last only two,” says McConnell.For the majority of people who do become infected, the virus is not a major concern, McConnell says. “For most of us, this is an infection that will run its course and it’s unlikely to get us into any serious problems.
However, there are a few exceptions. There have been cases where symptoms have been more severe in children younger than eight and/or people who have existing skin conditions, McConnell says. “It’s not the same as if you have a runny nose or a cough and you touch something after…like a door handle, countertop, doorknob or anything like that,” he says. “Not the same types of surfaces that you’re thinking about with COVID and SARS.”
“Again, it’s really that same household, face-to-face, kissing, hugging, type of contact,” he says. “And then of course, in adults, sexual activity.”Pregnant women are more at risk because of their immunocompromised state, says McConnell. “They could have more skin lesions, more of a rash, secondary infections of their lungs, brains and eyes.”
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