There have been seven deaths related to Strep A in Ireland, including four children, the Health Service Executive has said
HSE Chief Clinical Officer Dr Colm Henry said each fatality is a"tragic case", but emphasised that these cases are"exceptionally rare".
"Death is exceptionally rare in children and for the great majority of children who have sore throats and fevers, they can be managed safely at home," Dr Henry added. "We have enough antibiotics to deal with people who require antibiotics, based on the solid clinical indications that general practitioners will be very familiar with out there in the community," Dr Henry said.Illnesses caused by the Group A strep bacteria include skin infection impetigo, scarlet fever and strep throat.Symptoms of scarlet fever include sore throat, headache and fever, along with a fine, pinkish or red body rash with a"sandpapery" feel.
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