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Symptoms
Fever; Joint pain, arthritis (mainly in the knees, elbows, ankles, and wrists; Joint swelling; redness or warmth; Abdom...
Causes
Rheumatic fever is common worldwide and is responsible for many cases of damaged heart valves. Although it has become f...
Tests
Because this disease has different forms, there is no specific test that can firmly diagnose it. Your doctor will perfo...
Treatments
Anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or corticosteroids reduce inflammation to help manage acute rheumatic fev...
Complications
Damage to heart valves (in particular, mitral stenosis and aortic stenosis; Endocarditis; Heart failure; Arrhythmias; P...
Prevention
The most important way to prevent rheumatic fever is by getting quick treatment for strep throat and scarlet fever.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of rheumatic fever. Because several other conditions have simila...
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