Scarlet Fever Flashcards by David Adey | Brainscape

Q

What organism causes scarlet fever?

A

Streptococcus pyrogenes

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What are 3 features of scarlet fever?

A

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Sparing of palms and soles

Strawberry tongue

Flushed face

Petechiae on hard palate

Blanching rash on trunk

Cervical lymphadenopathy

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Q

How is scarlet fever treated?

A

Oral phenoxymethylpenicillin

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What are the complications of scarlet fever (2)

A

Rheumatic fever

Post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis

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