Introduction to the Disease

Sydenham’s Chorea is caused by an immune infection called Acute Rheumatic Fever, this inflammatory disease causes an auto immune response reaction to the bacterium that is interfering with the normal function of the basal ganglia in the brain. The basal ganglia are in charge are fine motor movements and control. The Immune systems acts as the doorway into the body. Acute Rheumatic Fever develops subsequent to throat infection with certain strains of streptococcal bacteria. It affects multiple tissues and organs, including the joints, skin, and connective tissues directly beneath the skin (subcutaneous tissues), heart, and brain.