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Can Drinking Cause Pericarditis?

I am a 39 year old male. I developed acute pericarditis over the weekend. I had no symptoms prior to that. I do have a high triglyceride level (380) and my dad does have a history of heart issues and diabetes that started in his thirties. I have not been much of a drinker in the past, but over the last month or so I have had two or three beers per day nearly every day. Could this be tied to my pericarditis and would you recommend I stop drinking completely?
Wed, 29 Jun 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, beer drinking can cause pericarditis.
And honestly speaking, 2-3 beers per day is considered as large quantity of alcohol.
You are having two other strong risk factors for heart diseases.
1. High triglycerides
2. Strong positive family history.
So you should definitely quit all forms of Alcohol (including beer) permanently.
Also start lipid lowering agents like rosuvastatin or atorvastatin today reduce triglycerides. Do regular aerobic exercise like running, cycling, swimming etc. Avoid oily and fatty food.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Can Drinking Cause Pericarditis?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, beer drinking can cause pericarditis. And honestly speaking, 2-3 beers per day is considered as large quantity of alcohol. You are having two other strong risk factors for heart diseases. 1. High triglycerides 2. Strong positive family history. So you should definitely quit all forms of Alcohol (including beer) permanently. Also start lipid lowering agents like rosuvastatin or atorvastatin today reduce triglycerides. Do regular aerobic exercise like running, cycling, swimming etc. Avoid oily and fatty food. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.