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Oakland, CA

I was just diagnosed with Pericardial Effusion (fluid and inflammation around the heart) from the RA. I’ve been having chest pain and shortness of breath. Anyone else have this? Doc prescribed anti inflammatories, colchicine and indomethacin. The indomethacin has pretty nasty side effects.

Anyone else have this? What treatments have you had?

I’m pretty scared because it I nvolves the heart. Both my parents died from heart disease relatively young.

July 23, 2019
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Members shared their experiences and encouragement with someone newly diagnosed with pericardial effusion, with several describing similar... Read more

Members shared their experiences and encouragement with someone newly diagnosed with pericardial effusion, with several describing similar symptoms of chest pain, shortness of breath, and rapid heartbeat that, in some cases, resolved on their own over time. Many members offered emotional support and reassurance, emphasizing the importance of faith, patience, and trusting the medical team while acknowledging the understandable fear that comes with heart-related complications, especially with a family history of heart disease. A recurring theme was cautious optimism, as members celebrated early signs of improvement from anti-inflammatory medications while recognizing that healing takes time and setbacks are part of the journey.

A myRAteam Member

I was very short of breath to also was not feeling very well but thank god the fluid around heart disappeared on it’s own I’m sure you will find it normally goes on it’s own I am feeling better now I’m sure you will too xx

July 25, 2019
A myRAteam Member

Beana77, just read you were feeling better from the meds. Thank GOD. It takes time for fluid to accumulate & it will take time to dry it up or redirect it. Yes, the meds have side effects. Serious prayers and love to you my young precious Warrior.

July 27, 2019
A myRAteam Member

Paula. Glad your feeling better prayers

July 26, 2019
A myRAteam Member

Thanks everyone. ER doc and rheumatologist both said it’s definitely from the RA but that it might go away in a few months with the new meds. The shortness of breath and pain is already better from just one day of meds so I’m hopeful.

July 24, 2019
A myRAteam Member

I’m sure the hospital know your history so won’t ( hopefully) put you at risk of anything.., but understand where your coming from. I often wonder about all my problems and the pills that I take so they help one another ?? I’m okay just sometimes very lethargic, but hey we carry on don’t we? X hugs 🤗

July 24, 2019

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