HOW IS INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS CAUSED?
INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS TREATMENT
Endocarditis is a life-threatening inflammation of the inner lining of the heart's chambers and valves. This lining is called the endocardium.
Endocarditis is usually caused by an infection. Bacteria, fungi or other germs get into the bloodstream and attach to damaged areas in the heart. Things that make you more likely to get endocarditis are artificial heart valves, damaged heart valves or other heart defects.
Chest pain when you breathe
SYMPTOMS
Shortness of breath
Flu-like symptoms, such as fever and chills
Swelling in the feet, legs or belly
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Aching joints and muscles
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WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR
If you've been diagnosed with endocarditis and have any of the following symptoms, tell your care provider. These symptoms may mean the infection is getting worse:
Joint pain
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Chills Fever Headache
WHAT CAUSES ENDOCARDITIS?
Most of the time, a bacterial infection causes endocarditis. Dental procedures (particularly tooth extractions) and endoscopic examinations can cause bacteria to get into your blood.
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