Alpha-hemolytic strep is one class of streptococcus bacteria that does cause infective carditis (IE). Viridans Streptococcus, a specific strain of Alpha-hemolytic streptococcus is a cause of IE.
decayed teeth
people who have had rheumatic fever, with its resulting scarring, or a congenital cause of heart malformation, may contract this disease when certain bacteria enter the bloodstream and become lodged in the heart.
The condition causing inflammation of heart muscles and valve lining is called Endocarditis. This is most often triggered by the bacteria streptococci or staphylococci, but fungi such as Aspergillus fumigatus can also be the cause.
Another danger associated with endocarditis is that the vegetation formed by bacteria colonizing on heart valves may break off, forming emboli
Yes. A decaying tooth can spread bacteria into the bloodstream, and the lining (the endocardium) and valves of the heart are sites where these bacteria tend to form colonies (so-called vegetations), leading to a condition called infective endocarditis, resulting in the destruction of the valve, or even stroke (parts of vegetation can form emboli (plugs) in the brain).
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decayed teeth
Yes, it can. This could be a sign of infective endocarditis, seek qualified medical advice.
people who have had rheumatic fever, with its resulting scarring, or a congenital cause of heart malformation, may contract this disease when certain bacteria enter the bloodstream and become lodged in the heart.
Yes, endocarditis can lead to secondary vasculitis. Endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart, and the inflammation from this infection can sometimes spread to the blood vessels, resulting in vasculitis. Treatment typically involves addressing the underlying endocarditis to help manage the vasculitis.
The condition causing inflammation of heart muscles and valve lining is called Endocarditis. This is most often triggered by the bacteria streptococci or staphylococci, but fungi such as Aspergillus fumigatus can also be the cause.
Infective means it can cause infection, while infectious means it is contagious.
Endocarditis
Streptococci and E.coli
Streptococci is a type of bacteria that is commonly found in the human body. Some streptococci can cause infections, such as strep throat, pneumonia, and skin infections. Streptococci are classified based on their cell wall components and the specific type can determine the severity of the infection they cause.
Another danger associated with endocarditis is that the vegetation formed by bacteria colonizing on heart valves may break off, forming emboli