Pericarditis <\/a>is described as an inflammation of the pericardium, the tissues found around the heart. It\u2019s the heart\u2019s equivalent of meningitis (an infection which instead hits the outside lining of the brain) and it can be considered a very serious medical condition that\u2019s in need of immediate treatment where it is suspected.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nThis can put you at a seriously increased risk of having a heart attack or stroke, and it is usually something that could have been prevented or treated had it been spotted by a doctor early. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chest pain, loss of focus and trouble breathing are some of the symptoms that can be associated with pericarditis. Sometimes other symptoms like a fever might also be present, and the condition can cause weakening of veins which can increase your risk of developing Behcet\u2019s disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
See your doctor if you experience any odd cardiac-related symptoms. Also, see your doctor where you know of any history of the disease in your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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