Arcanobacterium haemolyticum infection

Arcanobacterium haemolyticum infection can causes an acute pharyngitis

Pharyngitis

Pharyngitis is an inflammation of the throat or pharynx. In most cases it is quite painful, and is the most common cause of a sore throat.Like many types of inflammation, pharyngitis can be acute – characterized by a rapid onset and typically a relatively short course – or chronic....

, and may causes an exanthem

Exanthem

An exanthem is a widespread rash usually occurring in children. Exanthems can be caused by toxins or drugs, microorganisms, or can result from autoimmune disease.It can be contrasted with an enanthem.-Types:...

characterized by an erythematous morbilliform or scarlatiniform eruption involving the trunk and extremities.

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