Erythrogenic toxins are known to damage the plasma membranes of blood capillaries under the skin and produce a red skin rash (characteristic of scarlet fever). Past studies have shown that multiple variants of erythrogenic toxins may be produced, depending on the strain of S. pyogenes in question.

What disease is caused by Erythrogenic toxin?

Scarlet fever is related to the streptococcal erythrogenic toxins. The classic form of the disease is presently rare. This disease may be related to staphylococcus as a complication of arthritis, osteomyelitis or wound super-infection.

What exotoxin causes scarlet fever?

Scarlet fever is an illness caused by pyrogenic exotoxin-producing S. pyogenes.