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AssessmentA comprehensive assessment is essential in managing a patient with rheumatic heart disease (RHD). Begin with obtaining a detailed medical history, including recent streptococcal infections, a history of rheumatic fever, or previously diagnosed rheumatic heart disease. Assess the patient for symptoms such as fever, chest pain, widespread joint pain (arthralgia), tachycardia, pericardial friction rub, muffled heart sounds, heart murmurs, peripheral edema, subcutaneous nodules, and...
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Rheumatic Heart Disease III: Medical Management

Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) management can be divided into two main strategies: prevention and long-term management.Primary PreventionPrimary prevention focuses on timely diagnosis and management of group A streptococcal pharyngitis to prevent acute rheumatic fever. The most widely used antibiotic for treating this condition is intramuscular benzathine penicillin G.Acute Rheumatic Fever TreatmentThe primary treatment goal for a patient diagnosed with acute rheumatic fever is to suppress the...
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The key clinical manifestations of Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) include several distinct cardiac symptoms.Carditis, a hallmark of acute rheumatic fever, involves inflammation of the heart's endocardium, myocardium, and pericardium. Chronic RHD often results from recurrent episodes of carditis. Its symptoms include the following:Murmurs are caused by valvular damage, especially to the mitral and aortic valves. Mitral stenosis or regurgitation is common, with characteristic heart murmurs...
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Rheumatic heart disease or RHD is a chronic condition that results from rheumatic fever, causing permanent damage to the heart valves.Etiology and Risk FactorsIt primarily arises from rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease that can develop after untreated or inadequately treated group A streptococcal (GAS) pharyngitis. Streptococcus spreads through direct contact with oral or respiratory secretions. While the bacteria are the causative agents, factors like malnutrition, overcrowding, poor...
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Infective endocarditis management involves a multifaceted approach encompassing infection prevention, lifestyle modifications, pharmacological therapy, and surgical management.Infection Prevention:Hand Hygiene: Thorough handwashing is crucial to prevent the spread of infection. Hand hygiene should be performed regularly, especially before and after using the restroom.Oral Hygiene: Good oral hygiene is essential. It includes brushing teeth immediately after waking up and before bed, flossing...
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Preliminary Study on Acupuncture Combined with Grain-sized Moxibustion for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis with Finger Joint Pain
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[Interdisciplinary emergencies in rheumatic diseases].

I H Tarner1

  • 1Abteilung für Rheumatologie, klinische Immunologie, Osteologie und Physikalische Medizin, Kerckhoff-Klinik, Bad Nauheim. Ingo.H.Tarner@innere.med.uni-giessen.de

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Summary

Rheumatic diseases can cause life-threatening emergencies affecting vital organs. Recognizing these rare but serious rheumatological emergencies is crucial for prompt, life-saving treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Rheumatic diseases are systemic conditions that can manifest with diverse symptoms.
  • Their rarity in general practice necessitates heightened awareness for emergency presentations.

Observation:

  • Rheumatic diseases can severely damage vital organs, leading to acute emergencies.
  • Presenting complaints in emergency medicine can stem from underlying rheumatic conditions.

Findings:

  • Key rheumatological emergencies include septic arthritis, gout, atlantoaxial subluxation, renal crisis, digital ulcers in systemic sclerosis, amaurosis fugax in giant cell arteritis, anti-phospholipid antibody syndrome, and pulmonary-renal syndrome.
  • Early recognition of these conditions is vital for timely intervention.

Implications:

  • This overview aids clinicians in identifying rheumatological emergencies.
  • Facilitating immediate and adequate treatment improves patient outcomes in critical situations.