Which kind of pathogen causes scarlet fever?
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Bacteria (streptococci)
They form a toxin that causes the rash.
💡 Did you know? The same bacteria also cause tonsillitis.
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How is scarlet fever transmitted?
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By droplets
Coughing and sneezing release the pathogen into the air.
💡 Did you know? It is contagious but easily treatable.
Which typical tongue change occurs with scarlet fever?
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The strawberry tongue
The tongue turns bright red with raised dots.
💡 Did you know? Before that it is often coated white.
How does the scarlet fever rash feel?
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Rough like sandpaper
It is fine, bright red and dense.
💡 Did you know? Around the mouth the skin stays strikingly pale.
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