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Informed 22 yrs ago i have mild pericardial effusion. hasn't changed since but no one seems concerned why i have it. so what could the reasons be?
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It is not: Unheard of that some people have more pericardial fluid than others ...Sometimes we don't know why but long term stability almost ensures its completely benign and not worrisome.
Answered 7/13/2015
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Maybe not: It may not be fluid but pericardial fat which has a similar echo picture .A CT scan or MRI can resolve the issue
Answered 7/13/2015
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