Endocarditis

The endocardium, or inner lining of your heart, becomes inflamed as a result of endocarditis. It develops when bacteria, which are typically germs, enter the bloodstream and accumulate in the heart. Fever is typically present in endocarditis patients. A poor appetite could accompany this. Increased metabolism and fat burning from elevated body temperature result in weight loss. Visit your doctor as soon as you can if you have symptoms of endocarditis, especially if you have a congenital heart defect or a history of endocarditis. Similar signs and symptoms may be brought on by less serious illnesses. The diagnosis can only be made after a qualifying examination by a healthcare professional.

Additional signs include:

• Heart murmur
• Coughing, with or without blood
• Abdominal pain
• Chest pain
• Difficulty breathing
• Night sweats
• Back pain
• Headache
• Red or purple spots on the skin
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