Scarlet Fever Flashcards by Emily Acton

Q

Cause of scarlet fever

A

Strep pyogenes (GAS)

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Presentation of scarlet fever

A

Fever
Strawberry tongue
Circumoral pallor (paleness around the mouth)
Pharyngitis
Sandpaper rash concentrated in skin folds (axillae, groin) with desquamation

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