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Scarlet fever

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A main symptom of scarlet fever is a rash of small, raised spots which feels like sandpaper. You may have flu-like symptoms before the rash appears.

Scarlet fever is treated with antibiotics. You can ease symptoms by drinking cool fluids, eating soft foods and taking painkillers.

Scarlet fever is treated with antibiotics. You can ease symptoms by drinking cool fluids, eating soft foods and taking painkillers.

Scarlet fever is a contagious bacterial infection that causes flu-like symptoms and a rash that feels rough. It mostly affects young children.

Page last reviewed: 28/06/2021
Next review due: 28/06/2024