What are the symptoms of infective endocarditis?

Symptoms of INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS are: (1) Fever. (2) My brain is not functioning right now. (3) Tooth extraction in the last six months. (4) Joint pain even when resting. (5) Loss of appetite. (6) History of heart murmur. (7) Have an artificial heart valve. (8) Chest pain

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Fever then no fever then fever again
Periodic fever (>100.4°F / 38°C)
Loss of consciousness
Remittent fever of 102.2°F / 39°C
Stomach was uncomfortable, then had a fever
Foggy head/brain
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is infective endocarditis?

Infective endocarditis (IE) is an infection of the heart muscle's inner lining (endocardium) caused by bacteria, fungus, or germs that enter the bloodstream.

Symptoms of infective endocarditis

Fever
My brain is not functioning right now
Tooth extraction in the last six months
Joint pain even when resting
Loss of appetite
History of heart murmur
Have an artificial heart valve
Chest pain

Questions your doctor may ask to check for infective endocarditis

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose infective endocarditis

Do you have a fever?
Do you have problems focusing or a reduced sense of awareness in your surroundings?
Have you had a tooth extraction in the past 6 months?
Do you have joint pain even when you are at rest?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?

Treatment for infective endocarditis

Oral or injected antibiotics effectively treat many endocarditis cases. Surgery may be needed to repair or replace damaged heart valves and remove any remaining infection.

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