Infective Endocarditis Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is infective endocarditis?
Infectious 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 are effective in treating many cases of endocarditis. Surgery may be required to repair or replace damaged heart valves as well as to remove any lingering infection.
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References
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Tatsuya Shiraishi, MD (Cardiology)
Dr. Shiraishi graduated from the Kyoto University School of Medicine. He worked as a cardiologist at Edogawa Hospital, and after joining Ubie, he became the Director of East Nihonbashi Internal Medicine Clinic.
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