Patient's question:
Workmates are vomiting and having diarrhea, and they still feel very anxious, as if something is blocking their chests, making it difficult for them to breathe. With constrictive pericarditis and pericardial fibrosis, how can they maintain their condition without surgery? How long can conservative treatment extend their lifespan? Should their daily routines and lifestyles be changed?Doctor's answer:
Constrictive pericarditis is primarily caused by some chronic non-specific inflammatory infections, with the most common cause being tuberculous. This disease primarily focuses on controlling recurrence, preventing transmission, and avoiding the worsening of the condition. Once pericarditis becomes fibrotic, it can narrow the pericardial cavity, restricting the heart's contraction and relaxation, ultimately leading to heart failure. The lifespan of patients with different diseases varies greatly. The treatment primarily relies on conservative medical therapy, with surgical intervention possible when necessary.