Health officials say parents should be aware of an infection called Strep A, after children in the UK died from it.
Since Covid restrictions eased, there are more opportunities for infections like this to spread. Cases have been increasing in recent weeks.
While most people do not get extremely sick, the highly contagious bacteria that causes the infection can cause serious illness and complications.Many people carry it harmlessly without even knowing, but they can spread it to others who might become ill.Outbreaks can sometimes happen in places like schools and care homes.Most often, symptoms are mild - a sore throat or a skin infection that can be easily treated with antibiotics.
It is a notifiable disease, meaning health professionals must inform local health protection teams of suspected cases. This is so they can be treated quickly and possible outbreaks brought under control.It causes a rash and flu-like symptoms, including a temperature, sore throat and swollen neck glands.
Someone who has scarlet fever may have what doctors call a strawberry tongue - because its appearance looks a bit like a strawberry.Very rarely, Strep A can also cause something called invasive group A streptococcal infection or iGAS.Invasive disease happens when the bacteria get past your body's immune defences. This can happen when you are already ill or are on treatments, such as some cancer therapies, that affect your immune system.Urgent, early medical help is essential.
The UK Health Security Agency advises: "Anyone with high fever, severe muscle aches, pain in one area of the body and unexplained vomiting or diarrhoea should call NHS 111 and seek medical help immediately."If you think your child may have any symptoms from Strep A then you should speak with your doctor.
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