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Pericarditis involves inflammation of the pericardium, the fibrous sac surrounding the heart. This inflammation can lead to the accumulation of fluid (pericardial effusion), thickening of the pericardial layers, and the potential formation of adhesions. The inflammatory process is often characterized by the infiltration of immune cells, such as lymphocytes and macrophages, which can result from infections, autoimmune diseases, or post-myocardial infarction. Symptoms typically include chest pain, which may worsen with deep breaths or coughing, and may be accompanied by fever and other signs of systemic inflammation.
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When did Pathologic happen?
Pathologic happened in 2005.
Can you fly on an airplane if you have pericarditis?
Can you fly on airplane with pericarditis
When was Pathologic created?
Pathologic was created on 2005-06-09.
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.
Why are electrocardiograph and echocardiogram tests given to diagnose pericarditis?
To distinguish between pericarditis and a heart attack.
Is pericarditis an inflammation of the lungs?
No, pericarditis is inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart. Pneumonitis is inflammation of the lungs.
Is pericarditis a heart attack?
No. Pericarditis is an inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart; usually caused by an infection.
What is the prevalence of pericarditis?
Pericarditis is fairly common. It affects approximately one in 1,000 people. One out of every four people who have had pericarditis will get it again, but after two years these relapses are less likely.
Pericarditis is inflammation of the heart muscle true or false?
False, pericarditis is an inflammation of the sac surrounding the heart.
What term refers to any pathologic change or disease of muscle tissue?
Myopathy is a pathologic change of muscle tissues due to disease or injury.myopathy
Is pericarditis more common in males or females?
Pericarditis is more common in males than females with a ratio of seven to three
