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Scarlet Fever Definition
Common names:
  • Scarlatina
  • Scarlet Fever
  • Strep Rash
  • Streptococcal Rash
A child with scarlet fever has a sore throat and a rash, caused by an infection by strep bacteria. Images

This bacterial infection occurs most commonly in children between the ages of 2 and 10 and must be treated with antibiotics.

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Last Updated: Sep 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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