Heart disease symptoms caused by heart infections
Endocarditis is an infection of the endocardium that affects the inner membrane that separates the chambers and valves of the heart (endocardium). Heart infection symptoms can include:
• Fever
• Shortness of breath
• Weakness or fatigue
• Swelling in your legs or abdomen
• Changes in your heart rhythm
• Dry or persistent cough
• Skin rashes or unusual spots