Causes of Myocarditis

In this blog entry, I will outline some causes of Myocarditis.

The main cause of Myocarditis is generally infection, however there are many scenarios that can cause the infection to the heart; such as:

• VIRUSES

Viruses such as coxsackievirus B, which has symptoms related to flu is the most common virus to cause myocarditis. There are a handful of other viruses that cause myocarditis, HIV can directly attach the heart muscles. Visit this site to get more specifics

• BACTERIA

Those who get lime disease or suffer from diphtheria are more likely to suffer from myocarditis.

• FUNGI & MOLD

Although a rare cause of myocarditis, some molds such as aspirgillis and yeast infections such as candida can cause the disease.

• PARASITES
  

There is a parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi which causes a disease by the name of Chagas' the disease is known better in southern regions other than the US, but it is of the leading cause of congestive heart failure.

• CHEMICALS

Chemicals that contain arsenic can cause heart failure

• TOXIC OR ALLERGIC REACTIONS TO MEDICINE

Cocaine, penicillin, and other drugs can cause heart failure

• OTHER DISEASES

Lupus as well as a few other rare disease can cause heart failure, you should check out this site for greater understanding.

Next Blog I will cover treatments for Myocarditis, please come back and check it out.