A38

Clinical Information

• A streptococcal infection, mainly occuring among children, that is characterized by a red skin rash, sore throat, and fever.

• Infection with group a streptococci that is characterized by tonsillitis and pharyngitis. An erythematous rash is commonly present.

Details

• Septic pharyngitis

• Streptococcal sore throat

• A38.0

  Scarlet fever with otitis media

• A38.1

  Scarlet fever with myocarditis

• A38.8

  Scarlet fever with other complications

• A38.9

  Scarlet fever, uncomplicated