Cambridge City, IN
A 30-year-old female asked:
Will colchicine alone take care of a small pericardial effusion my doctor said i don't need ibuprofen but last time i have effusion i took both??
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Calvin Weisbergeranswered
53 years experience
Effusion: Not every small effusion needs treatment. There isn't enough information here to advise you. Discuss your situation with your doc and get specific answers to your questions.
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