What Is Scarlet Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Complications
As already mentioned, scarlet fever is relatively easy to treat. It can potentially get a lot worse, however, and bacteria growing and spreading out of control can reach other parts of the body. In some instances, the infection can reach the lungs and the kidneys.
In other instances, the patient might develop rheumatic fever, which is a very serious condition indeed. This condition has the ability to affect the joints, the heart, and the nervous system. If you do suspect rheumatic fever, or if you feel the scarlet fever is advancing to a dangerous stage, you should get medical assistance for the patient as soon as possible.
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