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Rheumatic Fever

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Displaying 37 results tagged with ‘Rheumatic Fever’

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  • Rheumatic Fever - Women & Pregnancy

    If you have had rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease, you should have a heart check-up before you fall pregnant.
  • Common Questions About Penicillin Injections

    Some answers to questions your child might have about their penicillin injections after they have had rheumatic fever.
  • Sore Throat

    Meet Tristan and Justin. The 11-year-old twins know first hand that a sore throat left untreated can lead to rheumatic fever.
  • Rheumatic Fever In Children & Young People

    Rheumatic fever is a serious illness. It often starts with a sore throat. Without treatment, some sore throats can cause rheumatic fever which can lead to heart damage. 
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