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What is the line of treatment for rheumatic fever?
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?
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?
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?
How does the treatment of acute rheumatic fever differ from prophylactic treatment?
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At what age does acute rheumatic fever commonly appear?
At what age does acute rheumatic fever commonly appear?
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What is the cause of rheumatic fever?
What is the cause of rheumatic fever?
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When does rheumatic fever typically develop after a streptococcal infection?
When does rheumatic fever typically develop after a streptococcal infection?
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Who is more likely to experience acute rheumatic fever?
Who is more likely to experience acute rheumatic fever?
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What is the key factor in preventing rheumatic fever?
What is the key factor in preventing rheumatic fever?
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Which body parts can be involved in rheumatic fever due to antibody cross-reactivity?
Which body parts can be involved in rheumatic fever due to antibody cross-reactivity?
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