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Scarlet fever and erysipelas (group A streptococcus)

Scarlet fever and erysipelas (group A streptococcus) · ICD-10: A38.9, A46

Symptoms

  • • Fever and sore throat 1–2 days after infection
  • • Sandpaper-like rash starting on the neck and chest, then spreading
  • • Bright red underarm and groin creases
  • • Swollen red "strawberry" tongue
  • • Peeling of fingertips as the rash fades
  • • Headache, abdominal pain and vomiting

MedlinePlus · Symptoms

Drugs and regimens

Penicillin G benzathine + procaine⚠ Unverified

Group A strep (throat, skin, scarlet fever, erysipelas) — single dose by weight

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