Acetaminophen can be used for fever, headache, or throat pain, as needed. Antibiotics and acetaminophen may cause allergic reactions and stomach upset. Antibiotics almost always cure this condition. The skin quickly returns to normal once the rash peels off. In very rare cases, a person will need long-term treatment for heart or kidney damage from the infection.
Adults can usually monitor themselves or their children at home.
If symptoms do not start to improve within 2 to 3 days or get worse, the healthcare provider should be contacted. Any new or worsening symptoms should also be reported to the healthcare provider.