What is "scarlet fever"? The disease that is alarming Britain, affects children

2022-11-08 20:08:40Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
What is "scarlet fever"? The disease that is alarming Britain, affects
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Parents have been warned to be on the lookout for signs of a disease that mainly affects children. Cases of scarlet fever are at high levels in some areas. The disease is caused by a bacterial bug that causes a distinctive red rash and mainly affects children.

According to "The Sun" , experts in Scotland have urged parents to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the disease so that immediate antibiotic treatment can be given. 

Experts say there are six key signs of fever that all parents should watch out for:

High temperature
Sore throat
Swollen glands in the neck
A rash
White coating on the tongue
Red cheeks


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