A child presents with the following symptoms:
Sudden high-grade fever, Sore throat and swollen neck glands, Red rash starting on the chest and spreading, tongue appears red and bumpy, Skin feels like sandpaper to touch
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it might be Scarlet fever?
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All symptoms point to scarlet fever, very contagious, through droplet..
management includes penicillins, and paracetamol for fever..
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The symptoms suggest Scarlet Fever, a bacterial infection caused by Group A Streptococcus (GAS). Key features include:
High-grade fever
Sore throat and swollen neck glands
Red rash (starting on the chest and spreading)
Strawberry tongue (red and bumpy)
Sandpaper-like skin texture
Treatment typically involves antibiotics to combat the bacterial infection. Consult a pediatrician for further evaluation and management.
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Scarlet fever.
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Strawberry tongue is a great hint here.
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The child likely has scarlet fever, caused by Streptococcus pyogenes. Symptoms include high fever, sore throat, red sandpaper-like rash, “strawberry” tongue, and swollen glands. Prompt antibiotic treatment is essential.