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Could this be scarlet fever?

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Dear Dr Ombeva,

My son developed a fever and rash last week. His voice was nearly lost and his cries weak. We went to hospital and they gave some injections. The doctor said this could be scarlet fever. What exactly is scarlet fever, and what can I do to ensure it does not happen again to my son or his younger sister?

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