Concept

Scarlet Fever

Scarlet Fever consists of a disseminated fine red rash on the skin, and strawberry tongue, a red rash on the tongue. Severe cases may even lead to streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), which results from massive superantigen production that leads to septic shock and death.

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Updated 2024-08-02

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