Teacher not immune to slapped cheek- what do I need to do?

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As in what do I do if there are cases in school?

Had a blood tests which showed I'm not immune to slapped cheek- bloods will be repeated in a month.

Wondering if anyone had any advice? As in do I stay off work if I hear of I'm school or would I be within my rights to ask for the infected chill to be sent home?

Hi, I'm not a teacher but wanted to reply.

Recently found out I am not immune either but luckily found out I didn't catch it from my daughter a few weeks ago.

I think the main issue with staying off work/ sending child home plan is that you don't know a child has had it until its not contagious (like when chicken pox scabs over it is no longer contagious, the red cheeks of slapped cheek are the same). What you could do is make sure parents tell you why their child has been off sick so you know if its 'going around' and whether you should stay off work. Spring is when it is most common to you are right to be aware of it.

How far along are you? I believe it is a lot less dangerous after 20 weeks so maybe take greater care of yourself before this point (ie take time off)

Also hand washing and as much good hygiene as possible is advisable in school.

Is your boss very understanding? I found my boss was great but she is a scientist. My gran and mum had never heard of it.

Also try not to worry. xx

My school sent pregnant women home immediately. It's safer that way as you don't know which children have it! Enjoy a rare day with your feet up even if you are marking/ preparing. I think your colleagues would understand

Sorry, I don't know the answer but IME most cases of slapped cheek are never diagnosed as such. The child is a bit off colour and has a slightly high colour - in some it's very obvious but not all by any means and as shake says by the time you know the infection stage has passed anyway.

What does your doctor recommend?

Should I be worried?

Two of my three children have had slapped cheek in the last 6 weeks. I think anyway. As MarathonFan mentions above they are undiagnosed since I didn't bother with the doctor. Just off-colour children with very red blotchy cheeks.

I am 23 weeks pregnant.

I've not noticed any symptoms in myself so really wasn't worrying about it. Should I be?

Apparently if you come into contact when pregnant you will need to be scanned more often.