myocarditis
/ˌmaɪoʊkɑrˈdaɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation of the heart muscle, often caused by a viral infection, which can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular heartbeat.
- The athlete was sidelined after being diagnosed with myocarditis.
- Symptoms of myocarditis can include fatigue and swelling in the legs.
- Myocarditis is sometimes a complication of the flu.
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