Infective Endocarditis
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Infective endocarditis is an infection that affects the inner lining of the heart, especially the heart valves. It occurs when certain microorganisms reach the bloodstream and lodge in these structures.
Common symptoms: fever, tiredness, sweating, muscle aches and, at times, other general signs that can be confused with a common illness.
When to see the doctor? It is advisable to seek care for persistent fever without a clear cause, especially in people with prior heart conditions.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist, and in children the pediatric cardiologist, is the one who studies heart conditions such as infective endocarditis. Given the importance of this condition, a timely professional evaluation is essential.
Data on 135 doctors who treat infective endocarditis
Which specialist treats infective endocarditis?
Infective endocarditis is treated by a cardiologist, and in children by a pediatric cardiologist, since both evaluate infection of the heart valves. If you have persistent fever, fatigue, and a new heart murmur, see this specialist right away. You can find cardiologists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in infective endocarditis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is infective endocarditis?
Infective endocarditis is an infection that affects the inner lining of the heart, especially the heart valves. It occurs when certain microorganisms reach the bloodstream and lodge in these structures.
Which doctor treats infective endocarditis?
Infective endocarditis is treated by a cardiologist, and in children by a pediatric cardiologist, since both evaluate infection of the heart valves. If you have persistent fever, fatigue, and a new heart murmur, see this specialist right away. You can find cardiologists near you through our directory.