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My white cell count is very low and i have pericarditis. what can i expect?
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Pericarditis: Inflammation of the heart sack (pericardium) associated with low white blood cells is suggestive of a viral pericarditis, the most common cause and a lot more benign than a bacterial infection :-) i presume your physician is treating you with anti-inflammatory drugs. Most instances of viral pericarditis resolve within weeks with no sequellae. Disclaimer: based on incomplete info ..
Answered 7/2/2015
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It should resolve: Pericarditis is usually a self limitting inflammation of the enveolpe around the heart. It usually resolves with anti-inflammatory medications.
Answered 7/17/2013
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