Myocarditis is a group of conditions associated with inflammatory heart disease that can have toxic, infectious, or autoimmune origins. The severity of the myocardial injury determines the symptoms of myocarditis. The most typical reason behind dilated cardiomyopathy is myocarditis. Viral infections are the most frequent causes of viral myocarditis. Myocyte damage brought on by Coxsackie virus B is caused by an unclear mechanism. Direct viral cytotoxicity and immune-mediated cytotoxicity are the most plausible mechanisms. There are a number of suggested treatment plans that focus on particular sites along the myocarditis-to-cardiomyopathy pathway.
Introduction:
According to accepted immunological, and immunohistochemical criteria, myocarditis is described clinically and pathologically as an inflammatory condition of the myocardium. Common viral infections that have a propensity for entering the myocardium frequently cause coxsackie myocarditis. Animal models of viral myocarditis predict a post-viral immune-mediated immunological response that is maladaptive and eventually results in reduced contractility and dysfunction of myocardial cells.
Modern developments in PCR technology have made it possible to discover enteroviruses, adenoviruses, parvovirus B19, and human herpesvirus 6 in patients with acute myocarditis, despite the fact that the pathophysiology is poorly understood in humans. Up to 25% of instances of viral myocarditis are caused by enteroviruses (most frequently coxsackie B viruses). Of all the primary pathogens, their manner of cardiac infectivity has been well studied in animal models.
The coxsackie and adenovirus receptor, a shared transmembrane receptor, coxsackie B viruses, and some adenoviruses show tropism towards cardiomyocytes. In rat models, neither coxsackievirus infection nor histological indications of myocarditis occur when CAR is wiped out.
Causes:
- Coxsackie B is viral, however, there are also many different enteroviruses, echoviruses, adenoviruses, polioviruses, and influenza.
- Trypanosomiasis – T. cruzi (South American form of Chagas disease).
- Bacteria – frequently caused by toxins, such as diphtheria.
- Radiation exposure and severe hypothermia.
- carbon monoxide and other emetic drugs are toxins.
- Chlamydia with coxiella rickettsiae (Q fever).
- Toddlers and oblivious-compromised adults are susceptible to toxoplasma.
Symptoms:
The severity of the myocardial injury affects the coxsackie myocarditis symptoms. Inflammation can show non-specific symptoms such as fever, exhaustion, general malaise, dyspnea, palpitations, and arthralgias. coxsackie Myocarditis symptoms frequently begin prior to the commencement of an upper respiratory infection or nonspecific feverish sickness. It’s possible to hear abnormal cardiac sounds like pericardial friction rub and muted S1 and S3 murmurs. Chest pain is one of the signs of myocardial infarction that can appear occasionally.
Diagnosis:
A medical history and an ECG, which may display a number of arrhythmias, propagation deviations, and myocardial damage with ST and T wave deviations, are used to make the diagnosis. Echocardiography, which reveals decreased ventricular contractility, aids in diagnosis. On occasion, an endomyocardial biopsy is required for the diagnosis. Using this method, a tiny piece of the myocardium is obtained for histological evaluation. There is a noticeable lymphocytic and inflamed cell infiltrate in chronic coxsackie myocarditis. Myocyte necrosis and interstitial fibrosis are frequently observed. As the disease progresses, the histological features become less distinct and more similar to those of congestive (dilated) cardiomyopathy.
Homeopathic Treatment:
By employing an integrated strategy, the principles of individualization and similarity of complaints are used to determine the best treatment. The patient can only regain full health in this way by getting rid of all of the signs and symptoms that are causing them. Homeopathy seeks to treat the underlying cause of Coxsackie myocarditis as well as each patient’s vulnerability to it.
In terms of therapeutic drugs, there are a number of treatments for coxsackie myocarditis that can be chosen based on the etiology, symptoms, and modality of the complaints. Some of the following drugs are effective for treating coxsackie myocarditis:
Vipera, Adonis Vernalis, Aesculus, Apis Mel, Apocynum, Aurum Mur, Cannabis Sativa, Causticum, Spigelia, Aconite, Arsenic Iod, Bryonia, Cactus G, Carbo Veg, Crataegus, Digitalis, Lachesis, Naja, Colchicum, Gloninum, Phosphorous, Psorinum, Sulphur, and numerous other medications.
- For heart failure with an erratic heartbeat, use Digitalis purpurea. Feel like if you moved, your heart would cease beating; you must hold your breath and remain quiet. The heartbeat was strong, full, irregular, and erratic, pausing every third, fifth, or seventh beat. poor heart. Violent palpitations are triggered by even minor movements. repeatedly stitching the heart.
- Crataegus is effective against Coxsackie myocarditis and affects the myocardium. The first sound is feeble, and the heart is enlarged. It has a proven ability to dissolve calcareous deposits in the arteries. is regarded as a cardiac stimulant. Heart muscles appear sluggish and exhausted. Heart weakness coupled with styes, sleeplessness, and oppression. extreme dyspnea with little to no increase in heart rate. Heart enlarged, weak first sound. faulty valves and valvular murmurs.
- Laurocerasus: for coronary artery disease accompanied by chest pain. There are palpitations and a heart-clinging sensation. weak, inconsistent, slow, or erratic pulse. Retained, involuntarily suppressed urination accompanied by palpitations, suffocations, and fainting.
- Walking makes the heart feel slack in the aurum metallicum. Two to three seconds of feeling as if the heart stopped beating, followed by a violent rebound and sinking near the epigastrium. At its core, oppression. Rapid, weak, and erratic heartbeat. High blood pressure.
- Naja tripudians: used to treat valve and weakening heart failure. palpitations that can be seen. cardiac damage caused by viral illnesses. With worry and dread of dying, it causes symptoms that radiate to the left arm, shoulder, and nape of neck.
Precautions:
There is no particular way to prevent coxsackie myocarditis. However, the following measures could be helpful in preventing infections: Stay away from sick people’s close quarters. Once someone has recovered from the flu or any respiratory infection, stay away from them. Altering your healthy lifestyle can also help your heart work properly. Your doctor could advise that you cut back on the amount of sodium in your diet, abstain from alcohol, consume fewer fluids, and stop smoking.