Rheumatic Fever
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Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can appear weeks after a strep throat infection caused by certain bacteria, affecting the joints, heart, skin, and nervous system.
Common symptoms:
- Pain and inflammation that migrates from one joint to another
- Fever and fatigue
- Sometimes involuntary movements or skin rashes
Why it matters: The main concern is the possible involvement of the heart, which is why timely care and follow-up are important, especially in children and adolescents.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician usually manages cases in childhood, and the general practitioner can assess the first symptoms. If a child develops shifting joint pain after a throat infection, it's worth seeking a medical evaluation.
Data on 130 doctors who treat rheumatic fever
Which specialist treats rheumatic fever?
If you have symptoms of rheumatic fever, the right specialist to see is a general practitioner. You can find and book an appointment with a certified general practitioner near you. Don't wait too long to get evaluated properly.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in rheumatic fever
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is rheumatic fever?
Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that can appear weeks after a strep throat infection caused by certain bacteria, affecting the joints, heart, skin, and nervous system.
Which doctor treats rheumatic fever?
If you have symptoms of rheumatic fever, the right specialist to see is a general practitioner. You can find and book an appointment with a certified general practitioner near you. Don't wait too long to get evaluated properly.