I've been slapped

Last night I noticed that my wrist and thumb were extremely itchy. It looked like I had hives. At first I thought it was an allergic reaction, so I took some benedryl. No response. This morning I woke up stiff and sore and then I remembered someone else at work had a similar rash and aches a couple weeks ago. Turns out it is likely Fifth Disease - aka the slapped face virus. The kicker - once the rash appears you are no longer contagious. However, I could have a rash and other symptoms for up to 20 days. There is not much that can be done for it either. That's one smart virus. I guess it is a good thing that we are not travelling to Ethiopia this month.

Here's a picture of what the rash looks like - lots of small red dots. I think is is spreading to my ankles now.

Pookie is also not feeling well. You know a beagle is really sick when he turns his nose up to food. I had him at the vet and they gave us something to settle his stomach. Hopefully this will pass quickly.

I guess we will be having a quiet family weekend at home.

Be well

Bright Star Dreams