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When heart valves are slightly affected during rheumatic fever, can it still pump enough blood and nutrients around the body?
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Many do: After the primary infection has resolved, the patient may do well. Damage is variable but also can evolve over time. A person may function quite well for years but end up needing a valve or valves replaced at some point in the future. Regular follow up with a heart specialist should be expected.
Answered 6/12/2017
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Rheumatic valves: Usually one can pump enough blood for many years .
Answered 6/15/2017
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