Bacterial endocarditis is a bacterial infection of the lining of the heart (endocardium) or the heart valves or both.

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Bacterial endocarditis is a bacterial infection of the lining of the heart (endocardium) or the heart valves or both. The symptoms are a heart murmur, prolonged fever, bacteremia, enlarged spleen, and blood clot. Prompt treatment with antibiotics is essential to prevent destruction of the valves and heart failure. This photo shows the effects on the skin of the foot.

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