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What causes scarlatina?
Scarlatina is caused by Group A streptococcal bacteria (S. pyogenes )
What happens when a patient has had scarlatina?
Once a patient has had scarlatina, they develop immunity and cannot develop it again
Is scarlatina common?
Early in the twentieth century, severe scarlatina epidemics were common. Today, the disease is rare
How is scarlatina diagnosed?
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
What has the author D Astley Gresswell written?
D. Astley Gresswell has written: 'A contribution to the natural history of scarlatina' -- subject(s): Scarlatina
What is the scientific name of the mircroorganism that causes scarlet fever?
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.
What has the author Dan Astley Gresswell written?
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
Who gets scarlatina?
This disease primarily affects children ages two to ten
What is Scarlet fever also called?
Scarlet fever is also known as scarlatina
How did scarlatina get its name?
It gets its name from the fact that the patient's skin, especially on the cheeks, is flushed
What is the prediction of a disease's outcome?
Prognosis Pro = prior or before Gnosis = knowledge
What is the prognosis for abulia?
The prognosis of abulia depends on the prognosis of the underlying condition.
