Share on Pinterest The rash associated with scarlet fever can make the skin feel very rough. It may be harder to see on dark skin tones, but the texture can usually be felt. Photography courtesy ...

Other symptoms include "strawberry tongue," swollen lymph nodes, and peeling skin as the rash fades. Antibiotics are the ...

On X on Monday, UKHSA issued a statement saying: "Scarlet fever mostly affects ... followed by a rash within 12 to 48 hours, presenting as fine bumps that make the skin feel like sandpaper.

with or without the scarlet fever rash," the community is urged not to share food, drinks, and common use items. If a rash is present, the health department warns against skin to skin contact." ...

UKHSA said: "Scarlet fever mostly affects ... and a sore throat. The rash then tends to appear 12 to 48 hours later, with small, raised bumps that make your skin feel like sandpaper, Surrey ...