Scarlatina is caused by Group A streptococcal bacteria (S. pyogenes )
Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, gets its name from the fact that the patient's skin, especially on the cheeks, is flushed.For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section indicated below.
Once a patient has had scarlatina, they develop immunity and cannot develop it again
Early in the twentieth century, severe scarlatina epidemics were common. Today, the disease is rare
The chief diagnostic signs of scarlatina are the characteristic rash, which spares the palms and soles of the feet, and the presence of a strawberry tongue in children
D. Astley Gresswell has written: 'A contribution to the natural history of scarlatina' -- subject(s): Scarlatina
Dan Astley Gresswell has written: 'A contribution to the natural history of scarlatina derived from observations on the London epidemic of 1887-1888 ..' -- subject(s): Scarlatina
If treated promptly with antibiotics, full recovery is expected
This disease primarily affects children ages two to ten
Scarlet fever is also known as scarlatina
It gets its name from the fact that the patient's skin, especially on the cheeks, is flushed
Alexander Joe has written: 'A study of passive immunisation in scarlet fever' -- subject(s): Scarlatina
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