Tapering Off Prednisone For Rheumatisms
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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