Rash during pregnancy is not uncommon ... Treatment of PFP includes topical acne treatments such as benzoyl peroxide and, occasionally, topical steroids and oral antihistamines.

Contact and notify their healthcare provider as soon as possible about a potential exposure if they are pregnant ... and sore throat followed by a rash breakout 3-5 days after symptoms begin.

Experts say the case serves as a reminder that the disease can be especially dangerous for pregnant women and very young children. “This is how widespread this epidemic is, that it’s even ...