Guest guest Posted August 28, 2007 Report Share Posted August 28, 2007 Jo: So sorry to hear about this latest scare. Rob did have scarlet fever at age 6. We got him into the ped quickly and he received a large shot of antibiotic. This was the only treatment needed. We could have opted for oral meds but the shot was a quick, easy fix. The worst part about it was that when the skin rash subsided, his skin peeled off. One of the worst areas was in his private area. Other than that, it was no big deal. He didn't 'come down' with arthritis until 6 years later. Hope that this helps. and Rob 18 Spondy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Jo, When my Brother Ralphie ended up with Scarlet Fever. Doctor sent him Home. I was around him and did not catch it as well as the bunch of siblings. was not born yet as he was 2. My son didn't catch it either. I was cautious though. He did not have any side effects from it. I will ask my Step Dad about it as well. Just raise some cane with that Principal ok. RobbinGet a sneak peek of the all-new AOL.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Jo, I would say GRRR also. But it is possible that they just found out on the day that they sent the note home. I know that the schools that my kids attend are very good to sent a note home that very day. Our school has been known to keep the kids in class and extra five minutes at the end of the day after they had found out something late and wanted to make sure they had the notes in that days stuff. But yes, they still should call you and make a personal contact. Often kids do not get those notes home to parents. Or they do not get read until the next morning before school. I agree that you maybe need to re stress the point to someone when you talk to them. veri Scarlet Fever G'day, I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all. Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious diseases! Grrr. Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! Great, just what we need. More of that! I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his requirements. Jo Bayly, 5, extended oligo Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 I had scarlet fever as a kid and that is most likely part of the JRA for me. I really do not know much about it tho...... Donna************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Jo, It seems reasonable to express your concern to the school - from my experience, they forget at first, or they don't truly understand the issue. Has the dr sent a letter explaining Bayly's immune issues? Send a letter to school personnel (principal included), and Bayly's teacher briefly explaining/reminding them the importance of notification for Bayly's sake.I would be persistent until they comply.I hope Bayly had a wonderful time at his book parade - share pics of your little "Bob the Builder" if you can...Hope it gets straightened out with the school quickly.nancy (amanda, 17, poly)Jo & Grant <joking70@...> wrote: G'day, I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all. Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious diseases! Grrr. Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! Great, just what we need. More of that! I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his requirements. Jo Bayly, 5, extended oligo Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Travel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Hi, Jo. Hopefully, Bayley won’t catch it. My oldest daughter had it repeatedly when she was around 3-4. She would always get strep first, then scarlet fever. As said, the rash can look awful when it is going away. My daughter’s tonsils became so infected that we finally took them out after about 10 months of dealing with all of this. She has not had it since that time. We always caught it right away and started the antibiotic so no rheumatic fever (which can affect the heart) developed. Can’t help with how it affects a kid with arthritis, as has only had strep once, and scarlet fever never developed. Hope this helps, Michele ( 20, spondy) From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Jo & Grant Sent: Tuesday, August 28, 2007 9:49 PM Subject: Scarlet Fever G'day, I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all. Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious diseases! Grrr. Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! Great, just what we need. More of that! I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his requirements. Jo Bayly, 5, extended oligo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 My daughter with Jra had Scarlet fever, it is form of strep, I am sorry it came in your path. She recieved antibotics and it was fine. We try to protect but we also we don't always have control over everything. Watch your child. I hope they dont get it.Terri And Aubrey.... Scarlet Fever G'day,I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all.Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious diseases!Grrr.Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! Great, just what we need. More of that!I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his requirements.JoBayly, 5, extended oligo No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.10/977 - Release Date: 8/28/2007 4:29 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Jo, I am sorry to hear about your scare. If this situation happened at my daughter's school, I would certainly bring it to their attention in a pleasant way that minor inconveniences like this could be life-threatening to our children. Most people simply do not understand. My eldest daughter (who does not have arthritis or any other autoimmune disorder) repeatedly contracted Scarlet Fever as a preschooler. She eventually had her tonsils and adenoids removed, but never suffered any lasting effects from this. I would not be overly concerned, but consult Bayly's rheumatologist if you have any lingering doubts, or if you notice anything suspicious. Sheila Miranda, 12, JIA/MMD > > G'day, > I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all. > > Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a > case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did > not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's > suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious > diseases! > > Grrr. > > Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be > worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! > Great, just what we need. More of that! > > I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed > up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the > Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting > (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his > requirements. > > Jo > Bayly, 5, extended oligo > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Aundrea was hospitalized with scarlet fever also called scarletina I think. It was after this hopsitalization that she began having joint problems, continued fevers and all the other jra stuff. She was treated with heavy duty IV antibiotics for several days and then continued antibiotic treatement for a few weeks after she was discharged. Her symptoms included; sorethroat, extreme fatigue, High fever (105) and body wide rash with water blisters. I don't really know how contagious it is. I hope there aren't any worries for Bayly. (aundrea 12 systemic jra/gerd)-- - In , " Jo & Grant " <joking70@...> wrote: > > G'day, > I have been quiet, sorry, but hav been thinking of y'all. > > Bayly's school put a small notice in his newsletter this week, about a > case of Scarlet Fever in the school. Now we are furious that they did > not notify us separately, since they are well aware of Bayly's > suppressed immunity, and are supposed to let us know about contagious > diseases! > > Grrr. > > Anyway, has anyone had any experience of Scarlet Fever? Should we be > worried? I read that it can contribute to Rheumatic disorders! > Great, just what we need. More of that! > > I am off to the school now for Bayly's book week parade- he is dressed > up as Bob the Builder, LOL. I have a good mind to seek out the > Principal and tell him I am unhappy. We just had a formal meeting > (with a cast of thousands!) on Thursday! So they are well aware of his > requirements. > > Jo > Bayly, 5, extended oligo > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2007 Report Share Posted September 1, 2007 Jo, I'm last as always. Put your mind at rest a bit.Scarlet Fever is nothing more then a rash causing strep bacteria.There is nothing more dangerous about it then non rashy strep.Treat it quickly with antibiotics and all resolves. As soon as you open 's medical records you see in black Sharpie... Scarlet Fever,Allergies,JRA Both and his sister have had it more then once.The rash is a itchy nusiance then it peals but with my kids it's the fingers and hands. Hugs Becki and 9 systemic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2007 Report Share Posted September 3, 2007 Jo,I hope Bayly and Violet and back to feeling well again quickly!nancy (amanda, 17, poly)Jo & Grant <joking70@...> wrote: Hey Becki, and everyone else who's chimed in on the Scarlet Fever.. thanks for the reassurance that it is not as terrible nasty as we first feared. Bayly has indeed come down with "something" so I guess it's off to the doctor after all. Bugger it. His tonsils are always large but they are looking red and have nasty little white/yellow spots on them. Ew. sorry for the descriptive bits. He also has a bad cough, again. Violet has a cold too. I am thinking, since the Scarletina symptoms expressly say not 'cold/flu' symptoms, it's not that- hopefully. And he is still well enough to pick on his little sister! Now we have the trick of trying to get Bay in to see a doctor!! *sigh* And see what the school thinks of the little letter I composed, reminding them of Bayly's medical condition and potential outcomes. Jo Bayly, 5, extended oligo > > Jo, > I'm last as always. > Put your mind at rest a bit.Scarlet Fever is nothing more then a rash causing > strep bacteria.There is nothing more dangerous about it then non rashy > strep.Treat it quickly with antibiotics and all resolves. > As soon as you open 's medical records you see in black Sharpie... > Scarlet Fever,Allergies,JRA > Both and his sister have had it more then once.The rash is a itchy > nusiance then it peals but with my kids it's the fingers and hands. > Hugs > Becki and 9 systemic </HTML> Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles.Visit the Auto Green Center. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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