What Is Endocarditis?
7. Prevention
Although we cannot make ourselves completely safe from endocarditis, we can at least help to move the odds in our favor. One way is to avoid using needles, and this includes the type of needles that are used in creating tattoos. Maintaining good dental health is also important as it can help prevent excess bacteria getting into the system.
Using antibiotics can also help to prevent endocarditis. These are sometimes used after invasive surgery, including some dental procedures. Antibiotics are not used in this way for most people, but they may be prescribed for people that are at particular risk of endocarditis and other infections.
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