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Symptoms of SCARLET FEVER


Scarlet fever usually produces a sudden sore throat. The tonsils in the back of the throat are commonly red and swollen and may have a whitish coating on them. Fever may be quite high. Swollen lymph nodes, or tender lumps, occur in the front of the neck. Cough and vomiting are often present. Within 12-24 hours a bright red, rough rash appears. It is usually on the neck and chest. The tongue becomes red and swollen. The rash and tongue swelling gradually subside.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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