What Is Scarlet Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. Strawberry Tongue
Whenever we make a visit to a doctor, even if it is just a check-up, one thing they will nearly always do is to take a look inside our mouth. This is because the inside of the mouth can hold signs that can reveal the underlying cause of the patients illness. This is particularly the case in instances of scarlet fever.
Patients with scarlet fever will have a tongue that is red and bumpy in appearance. It will likely also be coated in a white substance. If you do notice this symptom in your child, then you should make an appointment with a doctor if you have not done so already.
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