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Pericarditis itself is typically an inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane surrounding the heart, and is often caused by viral infections, autoimmune diseases, or post-surgical complications. While it can result from infections, such as viral or bacterial infections, it does not directly cause infections or trauma. However, the inflammation associated with pericarditis can lead to complications, including the potential for infectious pericarditis if pathogens invade the pericardial space. Trauma can also lead to pericarditis, but it is not a direct result of the condition itself.
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What is the leading cause of pericarditis in young people?
In young adults, pericarditis is usually caused by HIV infection or a trauma injury.
What are the causes of acute pericarditis?
Acute pericarditis can be caused by viral infections (such as coxsackievirus or influenza), bacterial infections (such as tuberculosis), autoimmune conditions (such as lupus), heart attack, or trauma to the chest. It can also be idiopathic (cause unknown).
Is pericarditis a heart attack?
No. Pericarditis is an inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart; usually caused by an infection.
What is the common cause of death of cave men?
Infection secondary to trauma.
Infection around the heart?
any infection that gets in the blood stream can also get in the heart causing infection.
How is salmonella food poisoning linked to pericarditis?
Other infections which can be caused by Salmonella include:.infection of the sac containing the heart (pericarditis)
What is pericarditis?
If the pericardium becomes inflamed, a condition called pericarditis results. pericarditis may be caused by a variety of factors: trauma, viral or bacterial infection, tumors, and other factors.
Can ankylosing spondylitis cause pericarditis?
It is difficult to say what causes what, but AS can be associated with pericarditis or vice versa.
Are there any positive treatments for pericarditis besides steriods?
The treatment obviously depends of the cause of pericarditis.
What is pericarditis caused by a bacteria called?
Pericarditis can be caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, or Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Treatment involves antibiotics to target the specific bacteria causing the infection.
What can cause sore nipples in a 5 and a half year old boy?
It can be due to trauma or infection.
What causes toenails to die?
Trauma to the toenail can cause it to die off. An infection within the nail can also cause it to die off.
