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Is rheumatic fever rash itchy?
yes it is, my wife is going through a hard time because of it.
What's Rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that occurs following a Streptococcus pyogenes infection, such as streptococcal pharyngitis or scarlet fever.
Why is it important to treat strep throat?
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that makes your throat feel sore and scratchy. If untreated, strep throat can sometimes cause complications such as: * kidney inflammation * rheumatic fever Rheumatic fever can cause: * painful and inflamed joints, * a rash * damage to heart valves (rheumatic heart disease)
Does Spirillary rat-bite fever cause a rash?
Although rash is less common than with streptobacillary rat-bite fever, there may be a lightly rosy, itchy rash all over the body
What is the most common injury of typhus?
a rash with 104 to 106 degrees f. fever.
What are some symptoms of rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop as a complication of untreated strep throat caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. Symptoms may include fever, joint pain and swelling (arthritis), chest pain, skin rash, and nodules under the skin. Other symptoms can involve the heart, leading to conditions such as rheumatic heart disease. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term complications.
What kind of juvenile arthritis causes skin rash and fever?
Depends on which symptoms came first. If the JRA came befor the rash and fever then you'd have to talk to an arthritis specialist. If the rash and fever came before the JRA then it may be Lyme's Disease. Most people think that the rash has to be target shaped for lyme to be possible. In fact Lyme rash can com in the classic target, a ring, or just a consistent red rash. There can be a single lesion or multiple and up to 30% of people doen't even have a rash.
Why is glandular fever rash itchy?
Are you taking antibiotics? These usually cause a rash in Glandular Fever. A rash doesn't usually occur with Glandular Fever; so I would recommend you go back to your Doctor.
Can a scarlet fever rash be present days after the fever is gone?
Yes the rash can last up to 6 days or so.
Do you get a fever with Scarlet fever?
It's not the "fever" part that gives Scarlet Fever it's name it's the rash and the red (scarlet) face that comes with it. Obviously you can have a fever with Scarlet fever...but not always. improved answer: Yes, you always get a fever with scarlet fever. scarlet is the colour of the rash and fever is what comes with it.
What does scarlet fever cause?
Scarlet fever is a rash that is caused by strep infections.
What kind of rash is both itchy and accompanied by a fever?
If it is also accompanied by pimples near your genitals, it's most likely herpes.
