HomeoRemedySmooth, red, shiny skin rashes
- High fever with hot, dry skin
- Sore, dry, red throat
- Irritable stomach with nausea and vomiting
Fevers
Scarlet Fever
Highly contagious viral infection causing a distinctive red rash and sore throat
Overview
Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes a distinctive red rash, sore throat, and fever. It is most common in children and can lead to serious complications if left untreated.
Remedies often used
The right one depends on your exact symptoms, not just the name of the problem. The Remedy Finder compares them for you.
Livid, purplish skin rash
- Dusky, purplish skin rash
- Stupor, drowsiness, and mental confusion
- Swollen, inflamed throat with dark, purple discoloration
Vesicular rash with scarlet fever
- Vesicular (blister-like) skin rash with scarlet fever
- Drowsiness with muttering delirium
- Delayed appearance of the scarlet fever rash
Mottled, red and white blotches on the skin
- Mottled, red and white skin rash
- Pale, puffy face
- Swollen, painful throat with stinging sensation
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Lachesis mutusSloughing ulceration of the throat with pain in tonsils
ScarlatinumDark, non-clotting hemorrhages
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Get the appSee a doctor if
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Severe throat pain or difficulty opening the mouth
- Fever higher than 104°F (40°C)
- Severe headache or confusion
- Seizures or other neurological symptoms
Everyday tips
- Get plenty of rest and stay hydrated
- Avoid close contact with others to prevent spreading the infection
- Take over-the-counter pain medication to reduce fever and discomfort
- Gargle with warm salt water to soothe a sore throat
Related health issues
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