Scarlatina: meaning, definitions and examples

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scarlatina

 

[ skɑːrˈlɑːtɪnə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Scarlatina, commonly known as scarlet fever, is an infectious disease caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria. It is characterized by a bright red rash that covers most of the body and is often accompanied by a high fever and sore throat. The condition typically affects children and presents with symptoms such as headache, abdominal pain, and a distinctive strawberry tongue. Treatment usually includes antibiotics to prevent complications and reduce the duration of symptoms.

Synonyms

pyrexia, scarlet fever.

Examples of usage

  • The doctor diagnosed her with scarlatina after observing the rash.
  • Scarlatina can lead to serious complications if left untreated.
  • Children are particularly susceptible to scarlatina.
  • Prompt treatment of scarlatina is essential for recovery.

Translations

Translations of the word "scarlatina" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escarlatina

🇮🇳 स्कारलेट बुखार

🇩🇪 Scharlach

🇮🇩 skarlatina

🇺🇦 скарлатина

🇵🇱 szkarlatyna

🇯🇵 猩紅熱

🇫🇷 scarlatine

🇪🇸 escarlatina

🇹🇷 kızıl hastalık

🇰🇷 성홍열

🇸🇦 حمى القرمزية

🇨🇿 spalničky

🇸🇰 spálničky

🇨🇳 猩红热

🇸🇮 škarlatina

🇮🇸 rauttangur

🇰🇿 скарлатина

🇬🇪 შავმიწა

🇦🇿 qızıl xəstəlik

🇲🇽 escarlatina

Etymology

The term 'scarlatina' originates from the Latin word 'scarlatum', which means 'scarlet' or 'red'. This term was used to describe the bright red rash that is a hallmark of the disease. The word has been used since the early 18th century to refer to cases of scarlet fever, particularly in children. It was originally described in the medical literature in the 16th century, noting its similarities to other fevers but distinguishing it by the distinctive rash and throat symptoms. As medical understanding of infectious diseases advanced, scarlatina was recognized as being caused by streptococcal bacteria, leading to improvements in treatment and management. Despite its potential severity, the introduction of antibiotics in the mid-20th century significantly reduced the incidence of complications related to this once-feared illness.