
Scarlet fever: Causes, Treatment, and Outcome — DermNet
2016年3月5日 · Scarlet fever (scarlatina) is a bacterial illness that usually causes a distinctive full-body rash. It affects people who have recently had an infection caused by streptococcus bacteria.
Streptococcal skin infections - DermNet
In addition, streptococci are capable of causing skin disease through means other than direct infection of the skin; for example: Scarlet fever is a reaction to a circulating toxin that is …
Perianal streptococcal dermatitis
Perianal streptococcal dermatitis, Anogenital cellulitis of infancy/childhood, Anogenital cellulitis of infancy/chlidhood due to Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci, Perianal streptococcal …
Guttate psoriasis - DermNet
However, antibiotics seldom help the rash of guttate psoriasis Narrowband UVB phototherapy Emollients Tonsillectomy for recurrent episodes What is the outcome for guttate psoriasis? …
Exanthems (reactive rashes) - DermNet
Many exanthems have distinct patterns of rashes and prodromal (pre-rash) symptoms allowing clinical diagnosis. Consult local laboratory resources to determine the most suitable tests in …
Herpangina - DermNet
What is herpangina? Herpangina is the name given to painful mouth and throat ulcers due to a self-limited viral infection and usually occurs in childhood.
Infectious mononucleosis, Epstein Barr virus, glandular fever
Infectious mononucleosis, Glandular fever, Infective mononucleosis, Monocytic angina, Pfeiffer disease, Mononucleosis syndrome. Authoritative facts from DermNet New Zealand.
Scarlet fever image - DermNet
Scarlet fever is a bacterial illness that often presents with a distinctive rash made up of tiny pinkish-red spots that cover the whole body. It affects people who have recently had a sore …
Pityriasis rosea - DermNet
Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting rash, which resolves in about 6–10 weeks. It is characterised by an initial large "herald patch" followed by smaller patches resembling a christmas tree.
Rheumatic fever, erythema marginatum - DermNet
What is acute rheumatic fever? Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) is caused by a reaction to a bacterial infection with particular strains of group A streptococcus. It has long been thought that ARF …