📋Overview
Scarlet Fever is an infectious disease resulting from specific strains of group A Streptococcus bacteria that release erythrogenic toxins. This condition often develops in individuals who have streptococcal pharyngitis, commonly known as strep throat.
The illness primarily affects children between the ages of 5 and 15, though it can occur in individuals of any age. It is clinically identified by a bright red, sandpaper-like rash that typically covers much of the body, often accompanied by a high fever.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0036285Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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