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Acute rheumatic fever: is it returning to Virginia?

M B Lenhart1, D S Owen

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond.

Virginia Medical
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Rheumatic fever, a serious complication of untreated strep throat, may be increasing in the US. This rise is suggested by an increase in pediatric cases, potentially indicating a resurgence in adults as well.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory condition that can affect the heart, joints, brain, and skin.
  • It is a sequela of untreated group A streptococcal infections.

Observation:

  • Recent trends suggest a potential increase in the incidence of rheumatic fever in the United States.
  • This observation is supported by a notable rise in cases within the pediatric population.

Findings:

  • The current case may represent a resurgence of acute rheumatic fever (ARF) in adults in Virginia.
  • The rise in pediatric cases strengthens the likelihood of an adult resurgence.

Implications:

  • Understanding the epidemiology of rheumatic fever is crucial for public health interventions.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment of streptococcal infections are vital to prevent rheumatic fever.
  • Further surveillance is needed to confirm the extent of rheumatic fever resurgence in both pediatric and adult populations.

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