Scarlet Fever
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Scarlet Fever
SCARLET FEVER DEFINITION Scarlet fever is an infection caused by a bacterium called Streptococcus (pronounced strep-tuh-KOK-us). The disease is characterized by a sore throat (see sore throat entry), fever, and a sandpaper-like rash on reddened skin. It is primarily a childhood disease. If scarlet ... January 1, 2001; U*X*L Complete Health Resource
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