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Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat or scarlet fever isn’t properly treated. Strep throat and scarlet fever are caused by an infection with streptococcus (strep-toe-KOK-us) bacteria.

Rheumatic fever most often affects children ages 5 to 15. But it can develop in younger children and adults. Although strep throat is common, rheumatic fever is rare in the United States and other developed countries.

Rheumatic fever can cause permanent damage to the heart, including damaged heart valves and heart failure. Treatment can ease pain, reduce damage from inflammation and prevent a recurrence of rheumatic fever.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Managing rheumatic fever involves addressing both the acute symptoms and preventing future complications. Here are the key steps: Immediate Treatment: 1. Antibiotics: Penicillin or another antibiotic is used to eliminate any remaining group A streptococcal bacteria. 2. Anti-inflammatory Medications:Read more

    Managing rheumatic fever involves addressing both the acute symptoms and preventing future complications. Here are the key steps:

    Immediate Treatment:
    1. Antibiotics: Penicillin or another antibiotic is used to eliminate any remaining group A streptococcal bacteria.
    2. Anti-inflammatory Medications: Aspirin or naproxen can help reduce inflammation, fever, and pain. In severe cases, corticosteroids may be used.
    3. Bed Rest: Patients are often advised to rest until inflammation and symptoms subside. or
    4. Homoeopathic: Symptomatic Homoeopathic Treatment.

    Managing Symptoms:
    1. Pain Relief: Painkillers can be given to manage discomfort.
    2. Heart Failure Management: If carditis (inflammation of the heart) is present, medications like ACE inhibitors and diuretics may be necessary.
    3. Chorea Management: For severe involuntary movements, antiseizure medications such as valproic acid or carbamazepine might be prescribed.

    Long-Term Prevention:
    1. Continuous Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Long-term antibiotics may be prescribed to prevent recurrence of rheumatic fever and protect against further heart damage.
    2. Regular Follow-ups: Ongoing medical check-ups are crucial to monitor heart health and manage any long-term complications.
    3. Homoeopathic: Symptomatic Homoeopathic Treatment.

    Supportive Care:
    – Education: Educating the patient and their family about the importance of medication adherence and recognizing symptoms early.
    – Healthy Lifestyle: Encouraging a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking to support overall heart health.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat (sore throat that comes on suddenly, pain when swallowing, fever, headache, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting) or scarlet fever isn't properly treated. Symptoms of rheumatic fever usually start about 2 to 4 weeks after a sRead more

    Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat (sore throat that comes on suddenly, pain when swallowing, fever, headache, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting) or scarlet fever isn’t properly treated. Symptoms of rheumatic fever usually start about 2 to 4 weeks after a strep throat infection. Symptoms are due to swelling, called inflammation, in the heart, joints, skin or central nervous system. There may be few symptoms or several. Rheumatic fever symptoms can include:

    – Fever
    – Joint pain or swelling — most often the knees, ankles, elbows and wrists. Joints may feel hot or tender.
    – Pain in one joint that travels to another joint
    – Chest pain
    – Fatigue
    – Small, painless bumps beneath the skin
    – Flat or slightly raised, painless rash with a ragged edge

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    One of the major complications of rheumatic fever is permanent damage to the heart, including damaged heart valves and heart failure. This is known as rheumatic heart disease and usually occurs years to decades after the original illness. However, severe rheumatic fever can start to damage the heartRead more

    One of the major complications of rheumatic fever is permanent damage to the heart, including damaged heart valves and heart failure. This is known as rheumatic heart disease and usually occurs years to decades after the original illness. However, severe rheumatic fever can start to damage the heart valves while your child still has symptoms of the infection.

    Another complication of rheumatic fever is valve stenosis, where the valve can have problems supporting proper blood flow, usually caused by a failure of the valve to open properly. When the aortic valve is compromised, the blood flowing from the left ventricle to the aorta is impeded.

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    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Diagnosis of rheumatic fever is based on medical history, a physical exam, and certain test results. Tests for rheumatic fever might include blood tests to check for signs (markers) of inflammation in the blood. These tests include C-reactive protein and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate. SometimesRead more

    Diagnosis of rheumatic fever is based on medical history, a physical exam, and certain test results. Tests for rheumatic fever might include blood tests to check for signs (markers) of inflammation in the blood. These tests include C-reactive protein and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Sometimes, a blood test that can detect antibodies to the strep bacteria in the blood is done.

    An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) can be used to record the electrical activity of the heart. It can help diagnose irregular heartbeats and can help a healthcare provider determine if parts of the heart may be enlarged. An echocardiogram uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart in motion. It shows how blood flows through the heart and heart valves.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    There is no single test for rheumatic fever. Diagnosis of rheumatic fever is based on medical history, a physical exam, and certain test results. Tests for rheumatic fever might include blood tests to check for signs (markers) of inflammation in the blood. These tests include C-reactive protein andRead more

    There is no single test for rheumatic fever. Diagnosis of rheumatic fever is based on medical history, a physical exam, and certain test results. Tests for rheumatic fever might include blood tests to check for signs (markers) of inflammation in the blood. These tests include C-reactive protein and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Sometimes, a blood test that can detect antibodies to the strep bacteria in the blood is done.

    An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) can be used to record the electrical activity of the heart. It can help diagnose irregular heartbeats and can help a healthcare provider determine if parts of the heart may be enlarged. An echocardiogram uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart in motion. It shows how blood flows through the heart and heart valves.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat or scarlet fever isn't properly treated. Strep throat and scarlet fever are caused by an infection with streptococcus (strep-toe-KOK-us) bacteria. Rheumatic fever most often affects children ages 5 to 15, but it can develoRead more

    Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can develop when strep throat or scarlet fever isn’t properly treated. Strep throat and scarlet fever are caused by an infection with streptococcus (strep-toe-KOK-us) bacteria. Rheumatic fever most often affects children ages 5 to 15, but it can develop in younger children and adults.

    Rheumatic fever is caused by a bacterium called group A Streptococcus. This bacterium causes strep throat or, in a small percentage of people, scarlet fever. It’s an inflammatory disorder that causes the body to attack its own tissues.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    It is a complication of the infection of streptococcus throat or Scarlet fever. It is an inflammatory diseases which occur due to maltreatments of streptococcus throat or Scarlet fever.

    It is a complication of the infection of streptococcus throat or Scarlet fever. It is an inflammatory diseases which occur due to maltreatments of streptococcus throat or Scarlet fever.

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