Question

This disease is caused by strains of Streptococcus pyogenes which produce an erythrogenic toxin due to the presence of a lysogenized bacteriophage.

Option 1: bacterial pneumonia
Option 2: necrotizing fasciitis
Option 3: rheumatic fever
Option 4: scarlet fever
Option 5: streptococcal pharyngitis

Answer 1

Scarlet fever is the disease caused by strains of Streptococcus pyogenes that produce an erythrogenic toxin due to the presence of a lysogenized bacteriophage.

Step-by-step explanation:

The disease caused by strains of Streptococcus pyogenes which produce an erythrogenic toxin due to the presence of a lysogenized bacteriophage is scarlet fever. Scarlet fever is characterized by a disseminated fine red rash on the skin and a red rash on the tongue, known as strawberry tongue. In severe cases, streptococcal toxic shock syndrome can occur.