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If i had a normal ekg&echo am i still at risk of developing myocarditis with a viral infection?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Myocarditis: Risk of getting myocarditis with most viral infections is low. A normal heart has only slightly less risk of involvement than an abnormal one.

Dr Shen agreed

Answered 3/28/2013

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Dr. Joseph Shen answered

Yes: These tests are not accurate to detect myocarditis, unfortunately. You need explore further with a good cardiologist knowledgeable on the topic...Good luck!

Answered 3/28/2013

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Dr. Mohamed Shalaby answered

Yes: Viral infection of the heart is possible event with normal cardiac structure.

Answered 3/29/2013

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A member asked:

If i had a normal ekg&echo am i still at risk of developing myocarditis with a viral infection?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr Shen agreed

Dr. Joseph Shen answered

Dr. Mohamed Shalaby answered

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Myocarditis test done. ECG. Normal with Sinus Arrhythmia Echo Normal but Type 2 Diastolic Dysfunction Sed Rate 22 H CRP 3.70 H *Troponin 0.011 Normal With these results could 8 have Myocarditis and could Diastolic Dysfunction improve. Thanks?