Scarlet Fever — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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A 4-year-old has sandpaper rash with circumoral pallor after sore throat. GAS positive. Treatment?

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Correct answer: E — Oral phenoxymethylpenicillin for 10 days

Scarlet fever: oral penicillin V for 10 days to prevent rheumatic fever.

Reference: Therapeutic Guidelines – 2024 – Antibiotic: Pharyngitis