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Viruses, Part 2: RNA Viruses

Cutis. 2016 January;97(1):
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As part of our commitment to resident education, Cutis is excited to offer this monthly section with board-relevant, easy-to-review material.

This fact sheet will review the spectrum of RNA viruses that cause or are associated with cutaneous manifestations. RNA virus classification, clinical findings, potential treatments, and other board-relevant facts will be discussed.

4. Which virus is classically associated with retro-orbital pain and a morbilliform eruption with areas of sparing?

a. chikungunya virus

b. dengue virus

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c. human immunodeficiency virus

d. West Nile virus

e. yellow fever virus