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Because the scarlet fever releases exotoxins into your body... The rash is your body's allergic reaction to those exotoxins. And it usual takes six to nine days for your body to remove the exotoxins so that is why the rash stays for so long... hope this helps

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Can a scarlet fever rash be present days after the fever is gone?

Yes the rash can last up to 6 days or so.


Do you get a fever with Scarlet fever?

It's not the "fever" part that gives Scarlet Fever it's name it's the rash and the red (scarlet) face that comes with it. Obviously you can have a fever with Scarlet fever...but not always. improved answer: Yes, you always get a fever with scarlet fever. scarlet is the colour of the rash and fever is what comes with it.


What does scarlet fever cause?

Scarlet fever is a rash that is caused by strep infections.


What does the rash look like when you have scarlet fever?

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What is the shape of scarlet fever?

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What is the size of scarlet fever?

Scarlet fever is a disease that is caused by a bacteria. It is characterized by a rash and a sore throat. The size of a scarlet fever cells is typically between 0.6 and 1.0 micrometer in diameter.


What size is the scarlet fever?

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How to Treat scarlet fever rash?

Coat yourself with butter then lay in the sun for 2 hours


Can you have scarlet fever without having a rash?

No. Scarlet fever (called Scarlatina in days gone by) is defined as a particular rash in the setting of a proven streptococcal infection. Usually, this is strep pharyngitis (sore throat), but it can be any strep infection (skin, etc). The rash is pretty classic, involving the face with sparing of the area around the mouth and lips (peri-oral pallor - because the area looks pale compared to the rest of the face), and involving the creased areas more than others (armpits, groin folds, etc). The rash also feels very rough to the touch - leading it to be called a "sandpaper rash." I saw a patient with this last week :)


How long does the itchiness last from scarlet fever?

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Where did skarlet fever start?

I'm not sure wher scarlet fever started, but are you aware that it is just strep throat presenting with a rash?


What are the after effects of scarlet fever?

Rashes on the chest and thighs area, coughing, fever of course, flushed face and runny nose.