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   What is scarlet fever & how is it treated?

   • Scarlet fever gets its name from the red, bumpy rash that appears on the skin. People with darker skin may not have a color change but will likely feel a bumpy rash. Treatment consists of antibiotics, but you can help ease discomfort with home remedies and over-the-counter medications.

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   How do you prevent Scarlet Fever?

   • The best ways to prevent scarlet fever are the same as the standard precautions against infections: Wash your hands. Show your child how to wash hands thoroughly with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer can be used if soap and water are not available. Don't share dining utensils or food.

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   How do you treat scarlet fever in children?

   • Throat lozenges or hard candy: Note that these are only safe options for older kids and adults. Although scarlet fever rarely affects very young children, these items are potential choking hazards for those younger than 4. Warm salt water: Try gargling a mixture of 1/4 teaspoon of salt in water and then spit it out.

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   Scarlet fever is caused by group A Streptococcus, the same bacteria that causes strep throat. Scarlet fever causes a red, bumpy rash all over your body, hence the name. It affects mostly children, but it can affect adults too. While symptoms are uncomfortable (fever, sore throat, rash), antibiotic treatment will clear scarlet fever up quickly.

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   Mar 1, 2024 · After at least 12 hours of treatment with an appropriate antibiotic, someone's ability to transmit group A strep bacteria is reduced. People with scarlet fever should stay home from work, school, or daycare until both of the following are met: They are afebrile. At least 12–24 hours after starting appropriate antibiotic therapy A.

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   Jun 7, 2022 · Signs and symptoms of scarlet fever also include: Fever of 100.4 F (38.0 C) or higher, often with chills. Very sore and red throat, sometimes with white or yellowish patches. Difficulty swallowing. Enlarged glands in the neck (lymph nodes) that are tender to the touch. Nausea or vomiting.

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   Jun 7, 2022 · Self care. During scarlet fever, you can take several steps to reduce your child's discomfort and pain. Plan plenty of rest. Sleep helps the body fight infection. Have your child rest until feeling better. Also, keep your child at home until there's no sign of fever and antibiotics have been taken for at least 12 hours. Encourage plenty of water.

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   Feb 28, 2024 · Prevention. Treating scarlet fever involves killing the bacteria that's causing it and doing what you can to ease symptoms as the infection resolves. Antibiotics, such as penicillin and amoxicillin, are essential. But warm salt gargles, oatmeal baths, and other home remedies can be beneficial additions to your treatment plan, too, working to ...

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   Nov 10, 2022 · A rash is the most common sign of scarlet fever in adults and children. It usually begins as a red blotchy rash and becomes fine and rough like sandpaper. The scarlet-colored rash is what gives ...

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   Scarlet fever, like strep throat, is more common in children than adults. Most common: Children 5 through 15 years old; Rare: Children younger than 3 years old; Close contact. Close contact with another person with scarlet fever is the most common risk factor for illness. For example, if someone has scarlet fever, the bacteria often spread to ...