3. Sore Throat
A sore throat is another common symptom of parvovirus. It can also be a symptom of many other illnesses including mono, a cold, the flu, allergies, and strep throat. Kids often experience severe pain and may even struggle to eat and drink properly due to the pain. It can be treated with pain medications, salt water rinses, and antiseptic sprays that also help kill any active infections in the mouth.
Not everyone with parvovirus will suffer from a sore throat, and many people don’t realize they are sick until after they are no longer contagious. Blisters can appear in the back of the throat, and the tonsil may become swollen and inflamed as a result of the virus. Warm liquids and cough drops can also help soothe these symptoms. Doctors often inspect the throat and may even do a throat culture to make sure the virus is the cause of the pain.