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A member asked:
I have rheumatic fever.its been 3mos since i stopped taking penicillin.whats the possibility of not taking med?
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Rheumatic fever: Rheumatic fever requires long-term antibiotic use, the consequences of having recurrent or worsening disease can lead to fatal consequences. I strongly urge you to discuss this with your physician and make sure that you are doing what is most appropriate for your good health. It's important you follow through with this, the consequences can be severe.
Answered 11/9/2014
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