The body rash won’t look as red (or dark on dark skin) as it did on the face, though. It might look more blotchy or like lace, and the rash may be itchy but it won’t hurt. Fifth disease in adults ...

Cases of parvovirus B19 — more commonly known as Fifth disease or “slapped cheek syndrome” because of the red rash that covers an infected patient’s face — are rising in the U.S.

Slapped cheek disease appears as a bright red rash on the cheeks. Additionally, it can cause a pink, lace-like rash on the chest, stomach, arms, and thighs, which may be itchy.

Otherwise known as fifth disease, slapped cheek syndrome is common in children and usually gets better on its own. It's rarer in adults, but it can be more severe.

“Both children and adults suffer from red cheeks in the winter in northern latitudes and some may even develop more permanent skin conditions such as atopic eczema and rosacea.” ...