Scarlet fever Flashcards
1
Q
what age group is most commonly affected by scarlet fever
A
2-6 years
2
Q
what is scarlet fever a reaction to
A
group A haemolytic strep (usually strep pyogenes)
3
Q
how is scarlet fever spread
A
respiratory route
4
Q
describe the features of scarlet fever
A
fever, normally lasts 24-48hrs
malaise, headache, nausea, vomiting
sore throat
strawberry tongue
5
Q
what investigation should you do in suspected scarlet fever
A
throat swab
6
Q
describe the rash seen in scarlet fever
A
fine punctate (pinhead) erythema which generally appear first on the torso and spares the palms and soles
children look flushed
rough, sandpaper texture
7
Q
how do you manage scarlet fever
A
oral pen V for 10 days (start before results of Ix back)
8
Q
when can children go back to school
A
24 after starting abx
