Myocarditis

Myocarditis is inflammatory infiltration of the myocardium, most often viral (Coxsackie/adenovirus/parvovirus) but also autoimmune, drug, or giant-cell. Clinical: chest pain, arrhythmia, heart failure, or fulminant cardiogenic shock. Treatment: supportive; heart-failure therapy (ACEi/beta-blocker/diuretics); treat arrhythmias; avoid strenuous exercise; mechanical circulatory support for fulminant; immunosuppression in selected cases (giant-cell/autoimmune).

Common Symptoms

Chest pain; fatigue/HF; arrhythmia; recent viral illness; by acute/fulminant/chronic

Causes and Pathogenesis

Viral/immune-mediated inflammation causes myocardial injury and dysfunction.

Treatment

Supportive; HF therapy; treat arrhythmias; MCS for fulminant; immunosuppression in selected

Preventive Measures

Avoid strenuous exercise during acute illness; treat viral infection.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Cardiology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.