The diagnosis of rheumatic fever is based on clinical finding and the presence of strep antibodies. Treatment for acute rheumatic fever is with high dose aspirin and antibiotics. Rheumatic fever can be prevented by treating strep infections with antibiotics. Due to the potential for recurrence follwing acute rheumatic fever careful follow-up is indicated and antibiotic prophylaxis is recommended for adolescents and young adults. I hope you find this information useful.
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