One Boy's Triumph Over Rheumatic Fever
Lee Sawyer an eight year old from Wolfeboro New Hampshire battles rheumatic fever caused by untreated strep throat. Prompt hospital care and correct diagnosis saved him from disability or death. The American Heart Association warns strep infections fuel heart disease and promotes early treatment to prevent rheumatic fever and heart damage.
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Lee Sawyer
Wolfeboro
New Hampshire
Lee
American Heart Association
United States
A.H.A
When to Call the Doctor for a Child’s Sore Throat
Guidance on recognizing urgent signs in a child with sore throat. Questions cover sudden onset, pain on swallowing, jaw area tenderness and swollen glands, fever in the 101 to 104 range, headache, nausea or vomiting, and exposure to scarlet fever. Seek immediate medical advice if these apply.
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