Combating Pericarditis, Myocarditis, and Endocarditis
In cases of pericarditis or myocarditis, an antiviral medication Is not usually used since the viral cause is not known, Meanwhile, an anti-inflammatory medicine will reduce inflammation and pain. Treatment times may vary, as some patients can expect months to years of medication. In some cases, however, the heart is too weakened by myocarditis to fully recover, and the only remaining solution is a heart transplant.
Because endocarditis is caused by a systemic infection (bacteria) rather than a virus, it can be treated with antibiotics. Dentists and doctors use preventative antibiotics whenever there’s a risk that bacteria might enter the bloodstream. Antibiotics are also the most effective treatment available for patients diagnosed with endocarditis. If the infection damages the valves, however, symptoms might persist even after treatment is successful, and surgery might be necessary to repair or replace damaged tissues.
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