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Experts link sore throat to Rheumatic Heart Disease
RHD often begins with a sore throat caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus). The condition is common in children, typically those aged between 5 and 30 years old.
Dr. Emmy Okello, a Senior Consultant Cardiologist (brown coat) chatting with the commissioner Non Communicable Diseases, Charles Oyoo. PHOTO: Violet Nabatanzi
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalist @NewVision
Health experts have warned that untreated sore throats can lead to Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD).
RHD often begins with a sore throat caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus).