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Do viral infections cause a heart problem called pericarditis?
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Yes: Viral infection are a common cause of pericarditis which is an inflammation of the lining around the heart.
Answered 12/23/2013
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Yes: There are some other causes as well. Bacterial tuberculosis renal failure heart and lung diseases not all viral attacks are followed by pericarditis, but some are.
Answered 12/23/2013
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