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View Main Condition: Myocarditis

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?

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Richard C. Becker

Cardiology

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Richard C. Becker

Cardiology

University Of Cincinnati Physicians Company LLC

7675 Wellness Way,

West Chester, OH

513-475-7400

Experience:

43+ years

Languages Spoken:

English

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Richard Becker is a Cardiologist in West Chester, Ohio. Dr. Becker has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines, Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy, Infectious Myocarditis, and Myocarditis. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Babar Parvez

Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Babar Parvez

Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

Thedacare Incorporated

1818 N Meade St,

Appleton, WI

920-735-7645

Languages Spoken:

English, Punjabi, Urdu

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Accepting New Patients

Babar Parvez is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Appleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Parvez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Parvez is currently accepting new patients.

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Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Ronald A. Mastouri

Cardiology

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis

Dr. Ronald A. Mastouri

Cardiology

The Health And Hospital Corporation Of Marion County

720 Eskenazi Ave,

Indianapolis, IN

317-880-0000

Languages Spoken:

English

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Ronald Mastouri is a Cardiologist in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Mastouri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. His top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Fainting, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Mastouri is currently accepting new patients.