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Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) is an inflammatory disease triggered by Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus, primarily affecting children aged 5-15. It presents with symptoms such as migratory arthritis, carditis, and chorea, and is diagnosed using the Jones criteria. Management includes antibiotic therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and preventive measures to reduce recurrence risk.
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- azenr
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