Scarlet

Scarlet fever (also known as scarlatina) is an infectious bacterial disease caused by Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A Strep).

It is characterized by a bright red, "sandpaper-like" rash, high fever, sore throat, and a distinctive "strawberry tongue" (red and bumpy). Scarlet

It primarily affects children aged 5 to 15 years. Scarlet fever (also known as scarlatina) is an

While it was a leading cause of child mortality in the 19th century, it is now easily treated with a course of antibiotics like Penicillin . Scarlet