Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. People also ask

   What is scarlet fever rash?

   • Scarlet fever rash is a symptom of scarlet fever. Other symptoms include a sore throat and fever. Children, and adults in frequent contact with children, are most at risk of getting scarlet fever. It is a very contagious infection that usually spreads through respiratory secretions from coughing and sneezing.

   Scarlet fever rash: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment - Medical News …

   www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/scarlet-fever-rash

   See all results for this question

   What is scarlet fever & why is it a sandpaper rash?

   • Scarlet fever (scarlatina) is an infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. It’s the same bacteria that causes strep throat. The bacteria create a toxin (poison) that causes a bright red rash that spreads all over your body. That’s why it’s called scarlet fever. The rash is also bumpy, so it’s sometimes called a sandpaper rash.

   Scarlet Fever: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

   my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23108-scarlet-fever

   See all results for this question

   What are the symptoms of scarlet fever?

   • Skin rash and sore throat are common symptoms of scarlet fever. Physical signs of scarlet fever can appear on the tongue or skin and in the throat or neck. Complications aren't common after scarlet fever. Some symptoms of scarlet fever are common to other infections, too. These may include: Some physical signs are typical of scarlet fever.

   Symptoms of Scarlet Fever | Group A Strep | CDC

   www.cdc.gov/group-a-strep/about/symptoms-of-scarlet-fever.html

   See all results for this question

2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › scarletScarlet fever - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

   www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › scarlet

   • Cached

   Jun 7, 2022 · The signs and symptoms that give scarlet fever its name include: Red rash. The rash looks like a sunburn and feels like sandpaper. It typically begins on the face or neck and spreads to the trunk, arms and legs. Pushing on the reddened skin makes it turn pale.

3. www.healthline.com › health › scarlet-feverScarlet Fever: Symptoms, Causes, Complications, and Treatment

   www.healthline.com › health › scarlet-fever

   • Cached

   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.

   • How fatal is scarlet fever?

     In the past, scarlet fever had a relatively high mortality rate due to potential complications. Since the development of antibiotics, it has become...
   • How common is scarlet fever?

     About 15-30% of children who get scarlet fever are ages 5-15-years. It rarely affects children under the age of three. About 5-15% of adults will g...
   • Can scarlet fever be cured?

     Antibiotics can clear the infection. You can still get infected again in the future, and there is currently no vaccination against it.

4. www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › scarlet-fever-rashScarlet fever rash: Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

   www.medicalnewstoday.com › articles › scarlet-fever-rash

   • Cached

   Jul 31, 2020 · What does a scarlet fever rash look like? Learn about the appearance of the rash, the symptoms that can occur alongside it, and what treatments are available.

5. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesScarlet Fever: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

   my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseases

   • Cached

   May 24, 2022 · 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.

6. www.cdc.gov › about › symptoms-of-scarlet-feverSymptoms of Scarlet Fever | Group A Strep | CDC

   www.cdc.gov › about › symptoms-of-scarlet-fever

   • Cached

   Mar 1, 2024 · Skin. Tongue, throat, and neck. Skin. Signs of scarlet fever on the skin include: A red rash that feels rough like sandpaper. Brighter red skin in the creases of the underarm, elbow, and groin. Pale area around the mouth. Skin peeling as the rash fades. View Larger. The rash from scarlet fever appears brighter in skin creases.

7. dermnetnz.org › topics › scarlet-feverScarlet fever: Causes, Treatment, and Outcome — DermNet

   dermnetnz.org › topics › scarlet-fever

   • Cached

   Scarlet fever usually starts with a sudden fever associated with sore throat, swollen neck glands, headache, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, swollen and red strawberry tongue, abdominal pain, body aches, and malaise. The characteristic rash appears 12–48 hours after the start of the fever.

8. www.verywellhealth.com › scarlet-fever-symptomsScarlet Fever: Signs, Symptoms, and Complicatons

   www.verywellhealth.com › scarlet-fever-symptoms

   • Cached

   Apr 6, 2022 · Symptoms include fever, sore and swollen throat, a rash, and a red tongue. The rash usually starts one to two days after the onset of sore throat and fever, starting on the trunk and gradually spreading outward (and usually sparing the palms, soles, and face).