The rash has a characteristic erythematous ring with a pale center and is referred to as erythema marginatum. Sydenham's chorea (St. Vitus’ dance) occurs and is described as uncontrollable rapid ...

Clinically, rheumatic fever is diagnosed by such manifestations as subcutaneous nodules, chorea, erythema marginatum, carditis and arthritis. Subcutaneous nodules are a late manifestation ...