1 Fever and chills.2 A new or changed heart murmur — heart sounds made by blood rushing through your heart.3 Fatigue.
Infective endocarditis (IE) is defined as an infection of the endocardial surface of the heart (see the image below), which may include one or more heart valves, the mural endocardium, or a septal defect. Background. Infective endocarditis (IE) is defined as an infection of the endocardial surface of the heart Infective endocarditis is infection of the endocardium, usually with bacteria (commonly, streptococci or staphylococci) or fungi. It causes fever, heart murmurs, petechiae, anemia, embolic phenomena, and endocardial vegetations.  History. In patients with infective endocarditis (IE), the present illness history is highly variable. Symptoms commonly are vague, emphasizing constitutional complaints, or complaints may focus on primary cardiac effects or secondary embolic phenomena.  1 Endocarditis is an inflammation of the valves of the heart. 2  Endocarditis is often caused by the growth of bacteria on one of the heart valves, leading to a mass known as a vegetation. 3  Symptoms can be nonspecific and include fever, malaise, shortness of breath, and weakness.  Endocarditis is an infection of the heart 's valves or inner lining. It occurs when germs get into the bloodstream and settle inside the heart, often on a valve. The infection is usually caused by bacteria. In rare cases, it is caused by fungi. This infection can damage your heart. It needs to be treated right away.  Endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of your heart (endocardium). Endocarditis generally occurs when bacteria or other germs from another part of your body, such as your mouth, spread through your bloodstream and attach to damaged areas in your heart.  Infective endocarditis is a form of endocarditis. It is an inflammation of the inner tissues of the heart, the endocardium (such as its valves). It is caused by infectious agents, or pathogens, which are usually bacterial but other organisms can also be responsible. Infective endocarditis is an infection in the heart valves or endocardium. The endocardium is the lining of the heart. This condition is usually caused by bacteria entering the bloodstream and infecting the heart. Bacteria may originate in the: 1  mouth. 2  skin. 3  intestines. 4  respiratory system. When this condition is caused by bacteria, it is also known as bacterial endocarditis. In rare cases it can also be caused by fungi or other microorganisms. This is a serious condition that requires prompt medical treatment. If left untreated, the infection can damage your heart valves. Symptoms. Endocarditis may develop slowly or suddenly — depending on what's causing the infection and whether you have any underlying heart problems. Endocarditis signs and symptoms vary, but may include: 1  Fever and chills. 2  A new or changed heart murmur — heart sounds made by blood rushing through your heart. 3  Fatigue. If you develop signs or symptoms of endocarditis, see your doctor right away — especially if you have risk factors for this serious infection, such as a heart defect or a previous case of endocarditis. Although less serious conditions can cause similar signs and symptoms, you won't know for sure until you're evaluated.
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