{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Glossary","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary","author_name":"Glossary","author_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/author\/adminglossary\/","title":"Scarlet fever - Definition of Scarlet fever","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"RWduPeXWzi\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/scarlet-fever\/\">Scarlet fever<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/scarlet-fever\/embed\/#?secret=RWduPeXWzi\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Scarlet fever&#8221; &#8212; Glossary\" data-secret=\"RWduPeXWzi\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! 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Also called scarlatina.A disease caused by a coccus bacteria (Hemolytic streptococci). Transmitted by direct and indirect contact with an infected person\u2019s nasal and throat discharges. Characterized by sore throat (strep throat), fever, nausea, vomiting, flushed cheeks, and sometimes a body rash on the chest and neck.A disease caused by infection with the streptococcus bacteria, spread by droplets in the air; so-called because common symptoms include a reddish flush and rash, in addition to sore throat and high fever. Once a common and dangerous childhood disease, scarlet fever (like strep throat) can still cause rheumatic fever and other serious complications if not recognized and properly treated; but since the development of antibiotics it is relatively rare, and it is usually easily treatable if medication is started promptly.Acute contagious disease, usually occurring in childhood, caused by a Streptococcus bacterium, and characterized by fever, sore throat, enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, and a bright red rash that typically spreads from the armpits and groin to the trunk of the body and limbs. Treatment is by antibiotics.A streptococcal disease, once common in childhood, but relatively rare today, probably because of the more common use of antibiotics. The primary symptom is a characteristic rash.An infection caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria that occurs in a small number of people following an initial streptococcal infection of the throat (strep throat) or skin. Scarlet fever was once considered serious, and it commonly occurred in children between the ages of 2 and lo years. For unknown reasons, scarlet fever is less common at the current time, despite a constant level in the number of streptococcal infections. The bacteria that cause scarlet fever are spread by direct contact with infected persons or by airborne droplets in the coughs, sneezes, and exhalations of an infected person.A highly contagious disease, mainly of childhood, caused by bacteria of the genus 'Streptococcus. It is transmitted either from a patient or carrier (by coughing) or through contaminated milk. Symptoms commence 2-4 days after exposure and include fever, sickness, sore throat, and a widespread scarlet rash that spreads from the armpits and groin to the neck, chest, back, and limbs and also affects the tongue. Treatment with antibiotics shortens the disease and prevents such complications as ear and kidney infections\u00a0and swollen neck glands. An infection usually confers lifelong immunity.This disorder is caused by the erythrogenic toxin of the streptococcus. The symptoms of pyrexia, headache, vomiting and a punctate erythematous rash follow a streptococcal infection of the throat or even a wound, The rash is symmetrical and does not itch. The skin subsequently peels.An acute, contagious disease characterized by pharyngitis and a pimply red rash. It is caused by group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus and usually affects children between the ages of 3 and 15.A rare contagious illness, more commonly observed in childhood, caused by a strain of streptococcal bacteria and transmitted through exhaled breath or coughing. Symptoms emerge between four to seven days following infection; they encompass a severe sore throat, elevated fever, vomiting, and a rapidly spreading rash of small red spots on the neck and upper torso. The face becomes flushed, except around the mouth. The tongue may develop a white coating with red spots (\"strawberry tongue\"), which eventually sheds after a few days to expose a vivid red color. Following this phase, the fever typically diminishes, the rash fades, and the skin might peel.Similar to other streptococcal infections, there is a rare possibility of developing glomerulonephritis (kidney inflammation) or rheumatic fever several weeks later. However, the use of antibiotics can prevent these complications and aid in a swift recovery.A contagious illness with fever, brought on by the hemolytic streptococcus bacteria, presenting symptoms like sore throat, headache, high fever, and a distinct scarlet rash. Notably, the face appears pink except for a pale region around the mouth. The tongue undergoes a two-phase transformation: initially, it has a white-coated appearance known as \"white strawberry tongue,\" and as this fades, it assumes a raw red look termed \"red strawberry tongue.\" Though once leading to severe kidney inflammation, today's antibiotics can swiftly treat the condition. It's also referred to as scarlatina."}