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In rheumatic fever damage to the heart valves is directly caused by what?
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∙ 9y ago
it uses bacteria and mouse urine and then spreads to the legs and then body
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∙ 13y agoCarditis or inflammation of the heart muscle. this condition can lead to congestive heart failure , shortness of breath, pericardium with a rub, or a new heart murmur.
Migratory poly Arthritis: a temporary migrating form of arthritic inflammation mainly in the large joints, starting in the legs and working its way upwards.
Sydenham's chorea (St. Vitus' dance): rapid movements without purpose of the face and arms. This can occur very late in the disease.
Erythema marginatum: an enduring rash beginning on the trunk or arms as macules and spreading outwards to form a snakelike ring while clearing in the middle. This rash never starts on the face and is becomes worse with heat.
Subcutaneous nodules (a form of Aschoff bodies): painless, firm collections of collagen fibers on the back of the wrist, the outside elbow, and the front of the knees. These now occur infrequently.
Fever:
Arthralgia:
Increased ESR and increased C reactive protein, leukocytosis
Electrocardiogram abnormalities: a prolonged PR interval
Evidence of Group A Strep infection: positive culture for Group A Strep, elevated or rising Antistreptolysin O titre
Previous rheumatic fever or inactive Heart disease
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∙ 13y agoThe bacteria responsible for rheumatic fever is part of a group known as Group A streptococcus.
Doctors and researchers recognize the bacteria responsible for rheumatic fever, however they still do not understand exactly what leads to development of this disease. A person can get rheumatic fever as the result of a strep throat infection that is not treated or if a person fails to finish the full 10-day course of antibiotics.
It is possible to get streptococcal infections with no symptoms and it is in these situations in particular that complications may arise such as rheumatic fever.
Rheumatic fever seems to be an autoimmune disease, That is, the body's own immune system produces antibodies that attack its own cells. this leads to rheumatic fever.
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∙ 9y agoIn rheumatic fever the damage to the heart valves is caused by the protein antibodies. These antibodies are produced to defend against the bacteria.
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What is the disease caused by streptococcal infection causing damage to the heart valves and heart muscle?
The disease is called rheumatic heart disease. It is an autoimmune disease that follows an untreated bout of pharyngitis (sore, inflamed throat) caused by an infection with the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Can valvular heart disease caused by rheumatic fever be cured?
Permanent scarring of one or more heart valves is a possibility and may require surgery to repair or replace damaged valves. In severe cases, rheumatic fever can lead to death from heart failure.
The cusps of atrioventricular valves attach directly to?
chordae tendineae
A heart murmur is caused by a defect in?
One of the heart valves.
Lesions that form on heart valves after damage by infection?
Endocarditis is a lesion that forms on heart valves after being damaged by infection. It is the inflammation of the inner layer of the heart.
What is it called when the damage to the valves of the heart caused by rheumatic fever?
Protein antibodies produced to defend the body against streptococcus bacteria
How does rheumatic fever attack the body?
It does serious damage to the valves in the Heart.
How does rheumatic heart disease effect eldery people?
Rheumatic heart disease results from a condition caused by Rheumatic fever. The fever is an inflammatory disease caused by strep throat or scarlet fever. The bacteria can sometimes make its way to the heart and damage the valves that keep blood from flowing backwards. If severe, it may require surgery to replace the valves. Valve replacement is easily done by heart surgeons.
What is valvulitis?
Commonly associated with rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease caused by inadequate treatment of a streptococcal infection. An autoimmune reaction occurs, leading to inflammation and damage to heart valves.
What is mitral valvulitis?
Commonly associated with rheumatic fever, an inflammatory disease caused by inadequate treatment of a streptococcal infection. An autoimmune reaction occurs, leading to inflammation and damage to heart valves.
What is the cardiac damage resulting from a delayed inflammatory response to streptococcal infection?
You get acute rheumatic fever after about three weeks of acute streptococcal pharyngitis. In rheumatic fever, you get inflamed joints and heart valves involvement. Usually the mitral and aortic valves are affected in rheumatic fever.
What is the causes of rheumatic heart disease?
Permanent damage to the valves of the heart caused especially by repeated attacks of rheumatic fever. (Dictionary)For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.
What is the disease caused by streptococcal infection causing damage to the heart valves and heart muscle?
The disease is called rheumatic heart disease. It is an autoimmune disease that follows an untreated bout of pharyngitis (sore, inflamed throat) caused by an infection with the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Can valvular heart disease caused by rheumatic fever be cured?
Permanent scarring of one or more heart valves is a possibility and may require surgery to repair or replace damaged valves. In severe cases, rheumatic fever can lead to death from heart failure.
What is the purpose of heart valve repair?
To correct damage to the mitral, aortic, pulmonary, or tricuspid heart valves caused by a systemic infection, endocarditis, rheumatic heart disease, a congenital heart defect, or mitral and/or aortic valve disease.
How dangerous is rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever can be very dangerous once you get it. It can kill over 3million people a year! Crazy i know! It can cause permanent damage to the heart valves, cause heart failure, stroke, and even death! It's not very common though. It's mostly common in the Sub-Saharan, Africa, and the South Central Asia. Hope dat helped ya!
Why is it important to treat strep throat?
Strep throat is a bacterial infection that makes your throat feel sore and scratchy. If untreated, strep throat can sometimes cause complications such as: * kidney inflammation * rheumatic fever Rheumatic fever can cause: * painful and inflamed joints, * a rash * damage to heart valves (rheumatic heart disease)
