Myocarditis

1. How is it treated

1.1. Frequently Myocarditis is treated with medicine include steroids, the treatment might include rest, low sodium diet. When patient starts with atypical rhythm (not usually happens) additional medications are prescribe, as a pacemaker or defibrillator.

2. Prevention

2.1. Avoid visit or contact with person that has flu . Hygiene is a key (washing hand regularly avoid become sick) . Vaccines against influenza.

3. How is Diagnosed

3.1. When a person has the symptoms the most common tests are : - Chest x-rays - Electrocardiogram - MRI -Echocardiogram

4. Causes

4.1. Many virus -Upper respiratory track infection are most common -Lyme disease may cause it -Also reaction of a drug

5. Is an inflammation of the heart muscle myocardium

6. Symptoms and Signs

6.1. *Chest Pain *Rapid or abnormal heart rhythms *Shortness breath during exercise or exertion *Fatigue *Fluid retention with swelling of legs, ankle, and feet