Heart inflammation
Heart Inflammation
Heart inflammation, also known as myocarditis, is a medical condition that involves the inflammation of the heart muscle. Pronounced as my-o-car-DY-tis, the term is derived from the Greek words "myo," meaning muscle, "cardia," meaning heart, and "itis," meaning inflammation.
Causes
Heart inflammation can be caused by a variety of factors, including viral infection, bacterial infection, parasitic infection, and autoimmune diseases. Other potential causes include exposure to certain chemicals or medications, and some types of cancer.
Symptoms
Symptoms of heart inflammation can vary widely, but may include chest pain, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or irregular heartbeats, and swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet. In severe cases, heart inflammation can lead to heart failure, heart attack, or stroke.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of heart inflammation typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and various tests, such as blood tests, electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, and cardiac MRI.
Treatment
Treatment for heart inflammation depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. It may include medications to reduce inflammation and treat any underlying infection, as well as lifestyle changes to manage symptoms and prevent further damage to the heart.
Related Terms
- Pericarditis: Inflammation of the pericardium, the sac-like structure that surrounds the heart.
- Endocarditis: Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
- Cardiomyopathy: Disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.
- Carditis: General term for inflammation of the heart.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Heart inflammation
- Wikipedia's article - Heart inflammation
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