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What is the definition of Infectious Myocarditis?
Infectious myocarditis is a rare inflammation of the muscle of the heart (myocardium) usually caused by a viral infection, such as adenovirus, hepatitis B and C, parvovirus, or herpes simplex; a bacterial infection, such as staphylococcus, streptococcus, or Lyme disease; a parasitic infection, such as toxoplasma or Chagas disease; or a fungal infection, such as Candida albicans or other fungi.
What are the symptoms of Infectious Myocarditis?
Symptoms of infectious myocarditis depend on whether the disease is mild or severe. Patients with mild myocarditis may not have any symptoms, or only shortness of breath or chest pain. Symptoms of more severe infectious myocarditis may include fatigue, headache, body aches, joint pain, fever, sore throat, diarrhea, chest pain, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), shortness of breath, ankle swelling (edema), blood clots in the heart, heart failure, stroke, heart attack, loss of consciousness, or sudden death.
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What are the current treatments for Infectious Myocarditis?
Treatment for infectious myocarditis depends on the cause. Some patients with infectious myocarditis may not need any treatment. Treatment for mild infectious myocarditis involves avoiding strenuous activity or sports for three to six months and bedrest. Other treatments for myocarditis may include hospitalization with the administration of drugs to assist the heart, such as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (enalapril, captopril, lisinopril, and Ramipril; angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), such as losartan or valsartan; beta blockers, such as metoprolol, bisoprolol, and carvedilol; and diuretics, such as furosemide (Lasix). Additional treatments for patients with severe infectious myocarditis may include the use of ventricular assist devices (VADs), intra-aortic balloon pump, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), or emergency heart transplant. Patients with infectious myocarditis should avoid the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to prevent increased heart inflammation.
Who are the top Infectious Myocarditis Local Doctors?
Experienced in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Anna Tsirka
Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics
Experienced in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Anna Tsirka
Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatrics

St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Cardiology - E. Erie Avenue

160 E Erie Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-427-4820
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Tsirka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Murmurs, Ventricular Septal Defects, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Tetralogy of Fallot. Dr. Tsirka is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

Experienced in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Benedicte Lefebvre
Cardiology | Internal Medicine
Experienced in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Benedicte Lefebvre
Cardiology | Internal Medicine

Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

Radiology Cardiovascular Imaging Section, 3400 Spruce Street, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-614-0336
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Lefebvre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Patent Foramen Ovale, Sengers Syndrome, Heart Failure, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Lefebvre is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Jose Caceres
Cardiology
Distinguished in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Jose Caceres
Cardiology

Office

8585 Knott Ave Ste 102, 
Buena Park, CA 
714-821-8588
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jose Caceres is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Buena Park, California. Dr. Caceres is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stable Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, and Infectious Myocarditis.

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