A tongue that first has a white coat except at the tip and along the edges, with enlarged papillae standing out distinctly against the white surface. Later the white coat disappears, leaving a bright red surface. This is characteristic of scarlet fever.
One characteristic indication of scarlet fever is the presence of a red-coated tongue with prominent elevated bumps.
In an individual afflicted with scarlet fever, a white covering accompanied by red spots emerges on the tongue.
The characterization of the tongue’s appearance during scarlet fever.