Symptoms set in rapidly and this is followed usually by infective clots or emboli getting dislodged from the heart to various regions of the body with disastrous resulting in shock and organ damage.

"Signs of heart disease? On the nails?" Yes, while it may seem unexpected, signs of heart disease can be seen in your nails. The NHS explains how your nails can reveal more than you expect. In this ...

There are several types of heart conditions that can be life-threatening if not treated on time. This includes endocarditis, a condition that occurs when bacteria or other germs enter the bloodstream ...

Endocarditis is a life-threatening disease that involves inflammation of the endocardium, heart valve, and vascular intima. Endocarditis is caused by pathogenic bacteria - around 90% of the cases are ...