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Scarlet fever warning signs after outbreak in Scotland prompts fears
08.11.2022 - 20:09 / dailyrecord.co.uk
With an NHS Scotland board currently monitoring "unseasonably high numbers" of scarlet fever, some may want to know about its possible warning signs.
The 18th century bacterial infection is said to be on the rise with a surge in cases in the UK and globally, alongside other Victorian diseases.
The NHS Borders Health Protection team has stated that they are dealing with a concerning number of cases.
An announcement yesterday stated: "NHS Borders Health Protection team are currently monitoring unseasonably high numbers of scarlet fever in the community.
"Parents are asked to be aware of the signs and symptoms so that early treatment with antibiotics can be given.
"Scarlet fever is a bacterial illness that mainly affects children under 10 (usually between two and eight years of age) however, people of any age can get the illness."
For those who are concerned about catching the infection, here is key information around scarlet fever - including warning signs and when to seek medical help.
According to Scotland's NHS Inform the symptoms of scarlet fever usually develop two to five days after infection, although this can be as short as one day or as long as seven days.
The first symptoms of scarlet fever include:
The scarlet fever rash
A day or two after initial symptoms, the characteristic pinkish rash appears. The rash that looks like small, raised bumps and starts on the chest and tummy, then spreads. The NHS say that the rash makes your skin feel rough, like sandpaper.
You may also experience a white coating on your tongue. This peels, leaving the tongue red, swollen and covered in little bumps.
Most cases of scarlet fever occur in children under 10, and it usually clears up after about a week.
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