Myocarditis Symptoms
Myocarditis
Myocarditis is inflammation of the myocardium (heart muscle).
The myocardium is the middle muscular layer of the heart.
When the myocardium becomes inflamed, it can cause symptoms listed below.
Myocarditis Symptoms
Symptoms of myocarditis may include:
Chest pain
Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
Palpitations or irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmias)
Lower extremity swelling (edema)
Fatigue
General malaise
Headache, fever, decreased appetite, etc.
Lightheadedness