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📋Overview
Scarlet fever is an infectious disease caused by certain strains of group A Streptococcus bacteria that produce erythrogenic toxin. It is characterized by a distinctive red rash, fever, and sore throat. The term 'scarlet fever' is still commonly used and refers to this specific streptococcal infection with toxin-mediated rash. It primarily affects children but can occur at any age.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0036285ICD-10-CM
A38A38.9
MeSH
D012541
SNOMED CT (US)
30242009
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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