Rheumatic Fever Skin Rash
Single or repeated episodes of rheumatic
Fortunately, not all streptococcal throat infections are followed by rheumatic fever. Signs of rheumatic fever usually begin 2 to 3 weeks after infection, but may appear as early as 1 week or as late as 5 weeks.
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Rheumatic fever
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that may develop after an infection with Streptococcus bacteria (such as strep throat or scarlet fever).... Read more »
Rashes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Skin redness or inflammation; Skin lesion; Rubor; Skin rash; Erythema Home Care Most simple rashes will improve with gentle skin care... Read more »
Skin Rashes, Poison Ivy, Warts, Styes, Ringworm
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Rashes involve changes in the color or texture of your skin. Alternative Names Skin redness or inflammation; Skin lesion; Rubor; Skin... Read more »
Scarlet fever
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ScarlatinaTreatmentAntibiotics are used to kill the bacteria that causes the throat infection. This is crucial to prevent rheumatic fever, a serious... Read more »
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Spotted feverSymptomsSymptoms usually develop about 2 to 14 days after the tick bite. They may include:ChillsFeverSevere headacheMuscle painMental... Read more »
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