Rheumatic fever risk factors
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Varun Kumar, M.B.B.S. [2]
Overview
Overcrowding, poor sanitation, low socio-economic conditions and family history are the common risk factors for acquiring rheumatic fever.
Risk Factors
Factors that may increase the risk for acquiring rheumatic fever include:
- Environmental factors[1]:
- Dampness at home
- Overcrowding
- Poor sanitation
- Low socio-economic status
- Travelling to endemic regions such as developing countries
- Usually occurs among children between 5-15years of age