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What is the line of treatment for rheumatic fever?

Antibiotics (correct)

Antivirals

Corticosteroids

Immunosuppressants

What is the role of penicillin in the treatment of rheumatic fever?

Preventing skin manifestations

Reducing inflammation in the joints

Treating cardiac complications

Preventing recurrent streptococcal infections (correct)

How do NSAIDs and SAIDs differ in their use for rheumatic fever?

NSAIDs have less risk of gastrointestinal side effects than SAIDs (correct)

SAIDs are more effective in reducing fever than NSAIDs

NSAIDs are preferred for long-term use compared to SAIDs

SAIDs have a lower risk of renal side effects than NSAIDs

How does the treatment of acute rheumatic fever differ from prophylactic treatment?

Acute treatment focuses on eradicating the streptococcal infection, while prophylactic treatment aims to prevent recurrent infections Signup and view all the answers

At what age does acute rheumatic fever commonly appear?

Between 6 and 15 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of rheumatic fever?

Inflammatory response to a Streptococcus pyogenes infection Signup and view all the answers

When does rheumatic fever typically develop after a streptococcal infection?

2 to 3 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Who is more likely to experience acute rheumatic fever?

Children between the ages of 6 and 15 years Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor in preventing rheumatic fever?

Detection and adequate treatment of streptococcal pharyngitis Signup and view all the answers

Which body parts can be involved in rheumatic fever due to antibody cross-reactivity?

Heart, joints, skin, and brain Signup and view all the answers