Assertion: pericarditis's cause | /r/HasProperty | suspected
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text: These tests tend to be done if a cause other than a viral infection is suspected.
text: A pericardial biopsy may be indicated, especially if infective, malignant or granulomatous causes are suspected.
text: Treatment is supportive unless a bacterial cause is suspected.
text: However, if chest discomfort or fever persists >1 week, or a new or larger pericardial effusion develops during therapy, a cause of pericarditis other than postviral/idiopathic should be suspected.