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Is Alcohol Consumption Advisable While Having Pericarditis?

I currently have very minor pericarditis. Its so minimal that after one day of taking my pills that my doctor prescribed me I feel no chest pain. Am I safe to drink alcohol tonight when I was originally diagnosed Sunday night (5 days ago). I m 18 years old, 123 pounds, and a female
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
If this is the pericarditis no matter how much it is extensive or mild but it has to be taken very seriously and it advisable to avoid the alcohol consumption, underlying cause of pericarditis is matter of concern, or it has to be confirmed for sure.
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Is Alcohol Consumption Advisable While Having Pericarditis?

Hello Welcome to Ask a Doctor service I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If this is the pericarditis no matter how much it is extensive or mild but it has to be taken very seriously and it advisable to avoid the alcohol consumption, underlying cause of pericarditis is matter of concern, or it has to be confirmed for sure. Hope I have answered your query, let me know for further assistance.