My rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease journey
Click on the links below to see the parts of the rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease journey.
Parts of the journey
Checklist - going home from hospital after my rheumatic fever
Find out what you need to know before going home and leaving hospital. Find out more ...
Taking care of my health after a diagnosis of rheumatic fever
Rheumatic fever can happen again and again, so it's important to take care of your health after you're diagnosed with rheumatic fever. Find out more ...
What exactly is rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever is a sickness that happens in some people after they have a Streptococcal (strep) germ. Find out more ...
My rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease journey in pictures
Follow the journey in pictures - from the first signs of the sickness to ongoing follow up care. Find out more ...
What exactly is rheumatic heart disease?
When rheumatic fever affects the heart, this is called rheumatic heart disease. Find out more ...
How will my rheumatic fever be managed?
You need regular bicillin injections after a diagnosis of rheumatic fever. Find out more ...
What other ways can I look after my health after rheumatic fever?
Exercise, a healthy diet and a smoke-free environment are part of keeping well after rheumatic fever. Find out more ...
When can I return to doing the things I enjoy after rheumatic fever?
Your healthcare team will guide you on when it's OK to return to physical activity after rheumatic fever. Find out more ...
Will I need regular medical check-ups after rheumatic fever?
It's important that you have regular medical check-ups with the health professionals involved in your care. Find out more ...
Looking after my mouth and gums after rheumatic fever
It's important that you have regular check-ups with a dentist every 6 to 12 months after rheumatic fever. Find out more ...
Wanting to plan to have a baby after rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease does not mean you won't be able to get pregnant or have a healthy baby in the future. Find out more ...
Acknowledgements
This information is adapted from the rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease booklet produced by the Rheumatic Fever Project Team, Te Whatu Ora - Counties Manukau, 2022.
References
Rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease booklet (PDF, 9.94 MB). Te Whatu Ora - Counties Manukau, 2022.
