Rheumatic fever - more detail

As a caregiver or parent it is important you take a few deep breaths and relax yourself, because if you are feeling very afraid and upset then your child will find the experience more difficult.

If you have had rheumatic fever or rheumatic heart disease, you should have a heart check-up before you fall pregnant.

Some answers to questions your child might have about their penicillin injections after they have had rheumatic fever.