Pediatricsbasic
Secondary prevention is intended to reduce recurrent GAS pharyngitis and recurrent ARF.
Answer
true
Explanation
Continuous antibiotic prophylaxis is used in patients at risk of recurrent ARF by preventing new GAS pharyngitis episodes. **Key takeaway:** Secondary prophylaxis begins after an ARF diagnosis and completed eradication treatment. **Glossary:** Secondary prevention: preventing recurrence after an initial disease episode.
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