Question
What are the symptoms of neonatal myocarditis? If a baby’s heart rate reaches 170 beats per minute during crying and is usually 140 beats per minute, and the stool is pale yellow, accompanied by vomiting, and the body temperature is 37.4 degrees Celsius, are these signs of myocarditis?
Answer
Neonatal myocarditis often occurs secondary to symptoms of the common cold, characterized by fever and accompanied by an increased heart rate or abnormal cardiac pumping function. Myocardial function tests may show elevated levels of myocardial enzymes, which require a comprehensive evaluation based on clinical presentation and related test results. Elevated myocardial enzymes can be treated with drugs that nourish the myocardium, such as coenzyme Q, inosine tablets, and fructose. At the same time, etiological treatment is also necessary.