What Is Bartonella?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Endocarditis
Our hearts are lined on the inside by a layer of tissue known as the endocardium. In most cases, any bacteria present will simply flow through the heart, doing no harm. In some instances, however, bacteria, including bartonella, can infect these tissues. This can cause them to become inflamed, and this can result in damage to your heart’s valves.
The condition tends to occur in people that already have a heart valve that is damaged in some way, potentially making it easier for bacteria to take a hold. This is a condition that can have very serious consequences, so it should be treated seriously.
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