Acute Viral Myocarditis in a Young Adult: A Case Report.

Division

East Florida

Hospital

Aventura Hospital and Medical Center

Document Type

Case Report

Publication Date

8-6-2024

Keywords

adenovirus, cardiomyopathy, chocardiology, coxsackievirus, gastroenteritis, hapatopathy, heart failure, myocarditis, viral etiology, young adults

Disciplines

Cardiovascular Diseases | Internal Medicine | Medicine and Health Sciences | Virus Diseases

Abstract

Viral myocarditis is a serious complication of viral infections that is known to impact young adults and can result in significant cardiac issues like earlier onset of heart failure, arrhythmia, or structural heart disease if not detected and treated promptly. This is a case report focusing on a 25-year-old woman diagnosed with viral myocarditis highlighting the diagnostic difficulties it can present with due to its diverse symptoms. Following a thorough diagnostic workup and appropriate treatment, including diuretics, antibiotics, and guideline-directed medical therapy, her condition significantly improved. Early suspicion and prompt treatment are important because myocarditis can lead to long-term heart failure. This case shows the nature of the symptoms and the challenges posed by current diagnostic methods. By conducting clinical assessments and using advanced imaging techniques, the diagnosis was confirmed, leading to appropriate treatment for this patient.

Publisher or Conference

Cureus

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