Scarlet fever
Moderateहिंदी: स्कार्लेट बुखार · தமிழ்: ஸ்கார்லெட் காய்ச்சல் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಸ್ಕಾರ್ಲೆಟ್ ಜ್ವರ · తెలుగు: స్కార్లెట్ జ్వరం · বাংলা: স্কার্লেট জ্বর · मराठी: स्कार्लेट ताप · ગુજરાતી: સ્કાર્લેટ તાવ
About this condition
Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection that follows strep throat, causing fever and a characteristic rough red rash. It mainly affects children and requires antibiotic treatment. The rash feels like sandpaper and starts on neck and chest.
Common symptoms
feverred sandpaper-like rashsore throatstrawberry tongueflushed face
🌦️ winter
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When to see a doctor: within 24 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Scarlet fever?
fever, red sandpaper-like rash, sore throat, strawberry tongue, flushed face.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24 hours
Is Scarlet fever common in India?
Scarlet fever is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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