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Infectious endocarditis is an infection of the lining of the heart chambers and heart valves caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or other infectious agents.
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Symptoms
Fatigue; Weakness; Fever; Chills; Night sweats (may be severe; Weight loss; Muscle aches and pains; Heart murmur; Short...
Causes
Infectious endocarditis is an inflammation of the heart valves. Endocarditis is distinguished from infections of heart ...
Tests
A history of congenital heart disease raises the level of suspicion. A physical examination may show an enlarged spleen...
Treatments
Hospitalization is required initially to administer intravenous antibiotics. Long-term, high-dose antibiotic trearment ...
Complications
Congestive heart failure if treatment is delayed; Blood clots or emboli that travel to brain, kidneys, lungs, or abdome...
Prevention
Preventive antibiotics are often given to people at risk for infectious endocarditis before dental procedures or surger...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you note the following symptoms during or after treatment: Weight loss without change...
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