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- 2. Name the test used to confirm a recent streptococcal infection in the body.
- 6. What is the surgical option for severe valve damage in Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 7. In Rheumatic Heart Disease, the heart valves may develop these abnormal growths.
- 11. Name one long-term complication of Rheumatic Heart Disease.
- 12. Which demographic, particularly age group, is most commonly affected by Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 14. What term is used to describe the scarring and thickening of heart valves in Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 15. The inflammation of which part of the heart is a key feature of Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 17. The mitral valve is commonly affected in Rheumatic Heart Disease. True or false?
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- 1. O (ASO) Which antibody is associated with Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 3. A streptococcal infection, specifically caused by which bacteria, can lead to Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 4. Anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly prescribed for managing Rheumatic Heart Disease. True or false?
- 5. What is the primary cause of Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 8. What type of fever often precedes the development of Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 9. Rheumatic Heart Disease is more prevalent in certain socio-economic conditions. True or false?
- 10. The Jones Criteria are used for diagnosing Rheumatic Heart Disease. True or false?
- 13. Which echocardiogram technique is often used to assess heart valve damage in Rheumatic Heart Disease?
- 16. What is the first line of treatment for streptococcal infections to prevent Rheumatic Heart Disease?