Echoes of Infection

Battling Rheumatic Heart Disease

Dr Nilesh Panchal

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Drmedhealth
09 May 2024

Cardiovascular medicine; Coping with illness

Series: Heart Health Masterclass

"""Echoes of Infection: Battling Rheumatic Heart Disease"" meticulously explores the serious but preventable connection between rheumatic fever and the lasting damage it can cause to heart valves, a condition known as rheumatic heart disease. This book details the pathophysiology of the disease, tracing its development from a streptococcal infection to the inflammatory processes that can severely impair heart valve function. It discusses the symptoms and diagnostic criteria that can help in early detection and outlines comprehensive treatment options ranging from antibiotics to manage the initial infection to surgical interventions for advanced cases. Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of preventive strategies, including prompt treatment of strep throat, regular medical follow-ups, and the use of prophylactic antibiotics in high-risk individuals. This book is an essential resource for healthcare providers, patients dealing with rheumatic fever, and communities where rheumatic heart disease remains prevalent."

By: Dr Nilesh Panchal
Imprint: Drmedhealth
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 2mm
Weight: 64g
ISBN: 9798869370372
Series: Heart Health Masterclass
Pages: 38
Publication Date: 09 May 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

"The author of ""Echoes of Infection: Battling Rheumatic Heart Disease"" is a distinguished public health practitioner with decades of clinical and research experience in the field of public health. The author brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand insights into the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart diseases. Their passion for educating others shines through the detailed explanations and accessible writing style, making complex medical concepts understandable to a wide audience. The author is also an active member of several medical professional societies and a frequent contributor to medical journals, staying at the forefront of the latest advancements in cardiovascular research."