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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?
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Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

9500 Euclid Avenue, 
Cleveland, OH 
216-444-2200
Languages Spoken:
English
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Pavan Bhat is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Bhat is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2020. Dr. Bhat is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis
Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis
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Abmc Cardiology Services

2845 Greenbrier Rd, 
Green Bay, WI 
Languages Spoken:
English, Shona
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Accepting New Patients

Gabriel Mufuka is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. Mufuka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Stable Angina, Angina, and Atherosclerosis. Dr. Mufuka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mufuka is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Richard C. Becker
Internal Medicine
Advanced in Infectious Myocarditis
Dr. Richard C. Becker
Internal Medicine

Midtown Building Multi-Specialty

3590 Lucille Dr Ste 2700, 
Cincinnati, OH 
513-475-8521
Experience:
44+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Richard Becker is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Becker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Myocarditis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines, Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy, Long Haul COVID, and Infectious Myocarditis. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

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