The Group A streptococcal infection that has symptoms of fever, edema of skin near portal of entry, and an elevated red, hot vesicular lesion is

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Erysipelas is a Group A streptococcal infection that presents with symptoms of fever, edema of skin near portal of entry, and an elevated red, hot vesicular lesion. Impetigo presents with honey-colored crusted lesions, necrotizing fasciitis presents with severe pain and tissue destruction, and scarlet fever presents with a rash and strawberry tongue.

The Group a Streptococcal Infection That Has Symptoms of Fever