What are the symptoms of rheumatic heart disease?

Symptoms of rheumatic heart disease: 1. Chest pain: A relatively common symptom, characterized by a heavy, oppressive sensation lasting about ten minutes. It may resolve spontaneously but is prone to recurrence. 2. Angina pectoris: Present in some patients, with pain intensity potentially increasing with age and severity of valve involvement. 3. Dizziness or syncope: Duration varies, ranging from one minute to over half an hour. Some patients may have associated Adams-Stokes syndrome or arrhythmias. 4. Dyspnea: Initially often exertion-induced; as heart failure progresses, paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea may develop. 5. Excessive sweating and palpitations: Caused by enhanced myocardial contractility and arrhythmias. Sweating commonly occurs following episodes of palpitations.