reumakuumeen
Reumakuumeen, the Finnish term for rheumatic fever, is an inflammatory disease that can develop as a complication of untreated streptococcal infections, most commonly strep throat. It is an autoimmune response where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues, particularly the heart, joints, brain, and skin. While the initial streptococcal infection may resolve without significant symptoms, the subsequent inflammatory reaction of rheumatic fever can have serious long-term consequences.
The symptoms of reumakuumeen can vary widely and may include migratory joint pain, fever, and a rash.
Diagnosis of reumakuumeen typically relies on a combination of clinical symptoms, a history of recent streptococcal