Question 1

is it true that if my 3 year old daughter has already had scarlet fever she wont get chicken pox?

Accepted Answer

Chicken Pox & Fever: Nope.  But, your daughter, if she is getting her normal childhood healthcare should have been vaccinated for chicken pox.  And, thus be immune and not able to get this common infection.

Scarlet fever is a consequence of a severe strep throat infection.

Question 2

how many people contract scarlet fever each year?

Accepted Answer

See below.: As many as 10% of the population contracts group A streptococcal pharyngitis. Of this group, as many as 10% then develop scarlet fever. 
Re: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1053253-overview#a5

Question 3

how many cases of scarlet fever are there? how many cases of scarlet fever are reported in america each year?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: Scarlet fever affects a subset of strep a infections when the strain produces the extra chemical that produces the rash. It is so common & prevalent within & outside the us that reporting is neither required or relevant.

Question 4

what are the symtoms of scarlet fever in a i year old child? what also are some of the long term effects of a i year old child after having scarlet fever un- checked for several days?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet : Scarlet fever is caused by group a streptoccoccus - the same bacteria that causes strep throat.  The symptoms usually start 1-2 days after infection and include sore throat, fever, sand papery red rash, abdominal pain, muscle aches, headache, vomiting, swollen red tongue and/or bright red color in the creases of the underarm or groin.

With proper antibiotic treatment, the symptoms typically improve quickly (2-3 days) though the rash can last for a few weeks.

Long term complications are extremely rare with treatment.  The most concerning complication is acute rheumatic fever which occurs around 20 days after the start of infection if the patient is not treated with antibiotics.  This can cause permanent heart valve damage.  Other rare complications of untreated strep are bone or joint problems, kidney problems, inflammation of a gland, ear infection, meningitis, pneumonia, or sinusitis.

Legal disclaimer: I am providing this general and basic information as a public service and my response to this question does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship.  For any additional information, advice, or specific concerns, please speak with your own physician.  The information provided is current as of the date of the answer entry.

Question 5

my sister has been diagnosed with scarlet fever how long do i need to keep my two year old daughter away from her?

Accepted Answer

24h: After a patient is on antibiotics for 24h, he or she is not considered contagious.  It is also helpful after diagnosis of scarlet fever/strep throat to change tooth brushes so that they don't reinfect self.

Question 6

what is the connection between urine infection in my 4 year old daughter that is just recovering from scarlet fever?

Accepted Answer

None: Scarlet fever does not lead to urinary tract infection.  One of the complications of a strep infection is, however, something called poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis.  This refers to inflamation (not infection) of the kidneys after a strep infection, usually beginning 8-14 days later. It usually resolves after a few weeks, but there can be complications, so you should see your pediatrician.

Question 7

my 2 year old daughter has been given clarithromycin for tonsillitis and scarlet fever. im just wording if i can mix it with food or anything else? as shes got sensory so she just gagging and been sick. im desperate for any help thank you?

Accepted Answer

: You can give this medicine mixed with her milk or in a yoghurt product &amp; it will not alter the medications strength and effectiveness.

Question 8

7 year old has what looks like the beginning of scarlet fever rash. small red bumps sandpaper like all over body, but has no fever or no sore throat.

Accepted Answer

Rash: It may not be scarlet fever at all. Scarlet fever is a fairly rare manifestation of strep infection. It's unlikely to go without sore throat and fever either. You will need to take you kid to the doc to figure this out.

Question 9

can you get scarlet fever without a fever?

Accepted Answer

Sure: But this would be very unusual.  That is how it got its name.  But anything can happen.  There are numerous causes for the inability to mount a fever, but the short answer is, it can happen, but rarely.

Question 10

the  way to get rid of scarlet fever?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet fever: A streptococcal infection which creates a rash which feels like sandpaper, blanches on pressure, more accentuated in creases of the skin, and with red face with pallor around mouth.  It is caused by a toxin excreted by group a strep and is treated by getting rid of the strep with penicillin or other antibiotics.

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