Myocarditis Learning Center

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Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle.

Basic Info

Symptoms
History of preceding viral illness; Fever; Chest pain that may resemble a heart attack; Joint pain or swelling; Abnorma...
Causes
Myocarditis is an uncommon disorder that is usually caused by viral infections such as coxsackie virus, adenovirus, and...
Tests
A physical examination may detect a rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) or abnormal heart beats, abnormal heart sounds (murmu...
Treatments
Treatment includes evaluation and treatment of underlying cause. This may require use of antibiotics, reduced level of ...
Drugs
  • captopril
  • chlorothiazide
  • digoxin
Risk Factors
  • Autoimmune Disease
  • Chemical Exposure
Complications
Heart failure; Pericarditis; Cardiomyopathy.
Prevention
Prompt treatment of causative disorders may reduce the risk of myocarditis.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of myocarditis occur, especially after a recent infection. If you have myoca...

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