Outline On Scarlet Fever
Scarlet Fever
What is scarlet fever?
Scarlet fever is an uncommon infection caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus progenies.
The disease most commonly presents in children or adults with a ‘strep throat’ infection or tonsillitis, followed by the development of a skin rash. Most children will fully recover within a week or so. Deaths from scarlet fever are now extremely rare. How is scarlet fever spread?
The bacterium is found in the nose and/or throat of an infected person and can spread by * Coughing or sneezing * Direct contact with an infected person * Sharing food or drink with an infected person
What are the signs and symptoms of scarlet fever? * Sore throat and fever are the typical first symptoms
What is scarlet fever?
Scarlet fever is an uncommon infection caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus progenies.
The disease most commonly presents in children or adults with a ‘strep throat’ infection or tonsillitis, followed by the development of a skin rash. Most children will fully recover within a week or so. Deaths from scarlet fever are now extremely rare. How is scarlet fever spread?
The bacterium is found in the nose and/or throat of an infected person and can spread by * Coughing or sneezing * Direct contact with an infected person * Sharing food or drink with an infected person
What are the signs and symptoms of scarlet fever? * Sore throat and fever are the typical first symptoms