Rheumatic fever is a common disease in children aged five through 15. If it is not taken seriously it may lead to serious consequences and may also be fatal. This disease may cause heart diseases among children.
Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease caused by Group A streptococcal infection. It is an illness related with abnormalities of synovial joints. Synovial is a viscous lubricating fluid secreted by the membrane lining joints and tendon sheaths etc. Rheumatic fever is also associated with the development of heart valve disease and other heart disorders which can also affect joints, skin, and even brain. Most of the acquired heart diseases are due to the consequences of rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart diseases can interfere with the physical and mental development of children. Children affected by this fever may become dull, weak and ultimately bedridden and may also have an early death.
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