Can scarlet fever kill a 9 year old boy?

Yes, scarlet fever can kill a 9-year-old boy. Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, or Group A Streptococcus (GAS). It is characterized by a rash, fever, and sore throat. If left untreated, scarlet fever can lead to serious and life-threatening complications, including sepsis (blood infection), pneumonia (lung infection), and meningitis (brain and spinal cord infection). In severe cases, scarlet fever can be fatal. Prompt diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics are essential to prevent serious complications and death from scarlet fever.