MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Inflammation of the heart.
A
endocarditis
B
valvulitis
C
myocarditis
D
carditis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Myocarditis is inflammation of the heart muscle (myocardium). The inflammation can reduce the heart’s ability to pump blood. Myocarditis can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, and rapid or irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias). Infection with a virus is one cause of myocarditis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Myocarditis is rare, but when it occurs, it is most commonly caused by an infection in the body. Infections from viruses (most common, including those that cause the common cold, influenza or COVID-19), bacteria, fungus or parasites can lead to myocardial inflammation.

Detailed explanation-3: -There is no cure at present for either type of myocarditis. Physicians treat the disease’s symptoms, which can include tachycardia, arrhythmias and heart failure. In some cases, however, an autoimmune disorder may be treated alongside cardiac symptoms to support recovery.

Detailed explanation-4: -Swelling in your legs or feet. Heart palpitations. Extreme tiredness. 16-May-2022

Detailed explanation-5: -Corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are medications that lessen the intensity of, or dampen, your immune response and help to lower inflammation levels. Cardiac medications. Diuretics. Ventricular assist devices (VAD). Treating other conditions. 22-Jul-2020

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