Endocarditis, Infective is an infection of the inner lining of the heart (endocardium) caused by bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms. Symptoms may include fever, fatigue, shortness of breath, chest pain, and an irregular heartbeat. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and, in some cases, surgery.

Symptoms of infective endocarditis may include:

• Fever

• Chills

• Fatigue

• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Joint pain
• Muscle aches
• Night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Abnormal heart sounds (murmurs)
• Swelling in the feet, ankles, or legs
• Small, painless Nodules on the fingers or toes
• Anemia
• Blood in the urine
• Skin rash
• Abnormal liver function tests

1. Bacterial infections: Bacterial endocarditis is usually caused by bacteria that enter the bloodstream and attach to the heart valves or other areas of the inner lining of the heart. Common bacteria that can cause endocarditis include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and Enterococcus.

2. Fungal infections: Fungal endocarditis is caused by fungi that enter the bloodstream and attach to the heart valves or other areas of the inner lining of the heart. Common fungi that can cause endocarditis include Candida and Aspergillus.

3. Viral infections: Viral endocarditis is caused by viruses that enter the bloodstream and attach to the heart valves or other areas of the inner lining of the heart. Common viruses that can cause endocarditis include the Epstein-Barr virus, cyt

1. Antibiotic therapy: Antibiotics are the main treatment for infective endocarditis. The type of antibiotic and length of treatment depend on the type of bacteria causing the infection.

2. Surgery: Surgery may be necessary to repair or replace damaged heart valves.

3. Blood thinners: Blood thinners may be prescribed to reduce the risk of blood clots.

4. Heart valve replacement: In some cases, a damaged heart valve may need to be replaced.

5. Heart transplant: In severe cases, a heart transplant may be necessary.

1. Having a heart defect or artificial heart valve
2. Having had endocarditis in the past
3. Having a weakened immune system
4. Having an intravenous (IV) drug use
5. Having had a recent dental procedure
6. Having had a recent medical procedure involving a catheter
7. Having had a recent surgery
8. Having a pacemaker or other implanted device
9. Having a history of intravenous drug use
10. Having a history of intravenous catheters
11. Having a history of intravenous drug abuse
12. Having a history of intravenous drug injection
13. Having a history of intravenous drug use in the past year
14. Having a history of intravenous drug use in the past three months
15. Having a history of intravenous drug use in the past six months

Yes, there are treatments available for endocarditis, infective. Treatment typically involves antibiotics, which are usually given intravenously (through a vein) for several weeks. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to repair or replace damaged heart valves.