Risk factors
for Congenital Heart Disease
Fetal exposure to rubella, other viral infections,
pollutants, alcohol, or tobacco smoke during pregnancy.
Risk factors
for Rheumatic Heart Disease
Streptococcal infection
Common
Symptoms of Strep Throat
Sudden onset of sore throat, particularly with pain
when swallowing
Fever
Swollen, tender glands under the angle of the jaw
Headache
Nausea and vomiting
Tonsils covered with yellow or white pus or discharge