What is it?
Rheumatism (acute rheumatic fever) is a systemic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the joints, cardiovascular system, and connective tissues. The condition most often develops as a complication 2–3 weeks following incompletely treated throat infections (tonsillitis, pharyngitis, strep throat) caused by group A Streptococcus bacteria.
In rheumatism, the immune system mistakenly begins attacking the body's own joint and heart valve tissues due to their similarity to streptococcal proteins. Consequently, acute, migratory pain (shifting from one joint to another), swelling, and redness appear in large joints (knees, ankles, elbows). If not addressed in time, it can lead to chronic heart defects and deterioration of joint tissues. A healthy lifestyle, proper immune support, and natural anti-inflammatory remedies make it possible to prevent rheumatic flare-ups and fully preserve joint mobility.
Main symptoms
- Migratory joint pain: Pain begins in one large joint (such as the knee), subsides after several days, and shifts to another joint (elbow or ankle).
- Joint swelling and redness: Tissue around the inflamed joint enlarges, the skin turns red, and the area feels noticeably warm to the touch.
- Elevated body temperature: Sudden onset of fever, chills, and profuse sweating occurring a few weeks after a sore throat.
- Cardiac discomfort: Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia), chest heaviness, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
- Severe weakness and exhaustion: Excessive fatigue and drowsiness even after mild physical exertion.
- Subcutaneous nodules and erythema marginatum: In rare cases, firm, painless nodules around joints or pink ring-shaped skin rashes may appear.
Causes and risk factors
- Bacterial infections (Streptococcus): Untreated or improperly treated acute tonsillitis, chronic tonsillitis, and scarlet fever.
- Immune system dysregulation: Damage to the body's own connective tissues caused by antibodies produced against streptococcal toxins.
- Severe hypothermia and dampness: Weakened immunity resulting from prolonged exposure of joints and the body to cold, damp environments.
- Genetic predisposition: Family history or presence of rheumatism and rheumatic heart diseases among close relatives.
- Chronic infection foci: Prolonged unaddressed dental caries, decayed teeth, and persistent throat inflammation.
- Chronic fatigue and malnutrition: Vitamin deficiencies, insufficient rest, and constant stress states.
Prevention and self-care
Timely and complete treatment of throat and dental infections
Eliminating infections completely under medical guidance rather than self-medicating when colds and sore throats arise.
Protecting the body and joints from cold
Dressing warmly according to the season, avoiding prolonged stays in damp spaces, and gradually hardening the body.
Strengthening immunity with natural remedies
Enriching the diet with vitamins, natural minerals, and foods high in antioxidants.
Anti-inflammatory dietary habits
Restricting spicy, salty, and fatty foods while increasing the intake of vegetables, fruits, and legumes.
Regular, moderate physical activity
Doing light morning exercises every day and taking walks in the fresh air to prevent joint stiffness.
Timely, comprehensive natural care
Enhancing protection with natural phytocomplexes and ointments as soon as the first signs of joint pain and aching emerge.
Nutva
Nutva products to support your body
As a complement to a healthy lifestyle. These products are not medicines.
Nutva Complex (German Technology)
Natural extracts of Boswellia and ginger help suppress acute and chronic inflammatory foci caused by rheumatism from within. Glucosamine, collagen, and hyaluronic acid strengthen joint tissues weakened by inflammation and aid in their recovery.
1 280 000 760 000 UZS · per box · when buying 3
Nutva Omega-3
Eliminates systemic inflammation throughout the body, supports vascular elasticity, and helps prevent the adverse effects of rheumatism on the cardiovascular system.
640 000 380 000 UZS · per box · when buying 3
