It begins with flu-like symptoms. Treatment involves antibiotics. Pericarditis is the inflammation of the pericardium. A common symptom is chest pain caused by breathing. Treatment involves antibiotics.
Severe cases involve excessive fluid within the paricardium which restricts the myocardium.
Rheumatic heart disease is caused by rheumatic fever, an allergic response to a streptoccal bacterial infection. Heart strain may result because of the impact on valves or on the pericardium, causing related disorders over time. Medication for pain. Functionally, this limits activity. The person would tire quickly, be able to accommodate less strain, experience chest pain when under physical or emotional stress.