Scarlet fever, or scarlatina, is a bacterial infection that causes a distinctive bright red sandpaper-like rash.

The scarlet fever rash is a symptom of a strep infection, health officials said. Ashtabula County did not disclose the exact number of strep throat cases in the county. “While being aware of ...

Consider a diagnosis of scarlet fever if a child has typical clinical features (see box). Scarlet fever can often be diagnosed by examining the tongue and the rash. However, differential diagnosis ...

Another rare symptom is scarlet fever, which is a rash from strep A strain, according to the release. If that appears, it is best to see a doctor for antibiotics, the release states.

“Strep bacteria are very contagious, with or without the scarlet fever rash, so please do not share food, drinks, common use items and avoid skin-to-skin contact if a rash is present.