23rd January 2024

A 4-year-old girl presents with a fine punctate erythematous rash and associated fever

A 4-year-old girl presents with a fine punctate erythematous rash and associated fever. The rash has a boiled lobster appearance. Her skin has a rough sandpaper feel. The GP confirms their suspicion of an infection following a throat swab and culture. The child has no known allergies. What treatment is the GP likely to prescribe to combat this infection?

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