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Can I Go Back To Sports After Having Viral Myocarditis?
Hello, I am a very avid cyclist and I recently just had what i felt like a heart attack was after a nice and easy ride. I went to the hospital and was diagnosed with viral myocarditis. I was there for five days due to very high white blood cell count as well as troponin at a level of 1.8. I did all the test echo... cardio mri, and everything came back with no sign of inflammation or trama. They found trace amounts of the anti-bodies that combat strep; therefor they believe it is the viral myocarditis. They told me i could go back to sport at any point just listen to your body . I have been reading many articles they say i could do sever damage if I return to early. I miss my sport but do not want to do any damage. Do you have any suggestions? I also use cannabis as prescribed back medication they also said this should not matter but i want a second opinion. I have seen articles that are starting to link cannabis use to heart problems. Thank you!
Hello,young man!I have gone through your case history.First of all let me explain to you that majority of viral infections are self limiting .,so also myocarditis.sometimes it leaves behind sequele and may result in weakened pumping ability of heart.But in your case your echo report is normal which suggests that your heart has no residual dysfunction.so as rightly advised ...you may resume sports.since you have recovered,no role or need of any medicine including cannabis. My best wishes for your sports Dr.Teli,MD
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Can I Go Back To Sports After Having Viral Myocarditis?
Hello,young man!I have gone through your case history.First of all let me explain to you that majority of viral infections are self limiting .,so also myocarditis.sometimes it leaves behind sequele and may result in weakened pumping ability of heart.But in your case your echo report is normal which suggests that your heart has no residual dysfunction.so as rightly advised ...you may resume sports.since you have recovered,no role or need of any medicine including cannabis. My best wishes for your sports Dr.Teli,MD