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Scarlet Fever (cont.)

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Scarlet Fever Prognosis

Generally speaking, the prognosis for individuals diagnosed with scarlet fever is excellent when properly treated. There are typically no long-term sequelae in uncomplicated cases of scarlet fever. Individuals will generally begin to improve after a few days. Historically, scarlet fever resulted in mortality rates of 15%-20%, however, with the advent of antibiotics, mortality rates are now less than 1%.

Rarely, several serious complications can occur as a result of scarlet fever and streptococcal infection. Potential complication may include the following:

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