👉 B19 is a rare, infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacteroides vulnificus. It primarily affects children and young adults between the ages of 5 and 20 years old, with symptoms often including fever, cough, headache, abdominal pain, and difficulty breathing. The incubation period can range from several days to a week or more. Treatment typically involves antibiotics, and cases may require hospitalization if complications arise.
