Scarlet Fever
Say: SKAR-lit FEE-vur
Scarlet fever is an infection that's caused by the same bacteria
that cause strep throat. The bacteria sometimes make a poison that causes a rash.
The red, bumpy rash spreads over most of the body and is what gives scarlet fever
its name (scarlet means bright red). The rash usually looks a bad sunburn with tiny
bumps, and it may itch. It usually starts to go away after about 6 days. It may peel
for several weeks until the skin is healed. Kids with scarlet fever take antibiotics
to feel better.
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