Purulent Pericarditis
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Purulent pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart, with an accumulation of pus due to a bacterial infection. It is rare but serious, and requires timely medical attention.
How it may present: chest pain, fever, difficulty breathing, and a feeling of general malaise that tends to appear quickly.
When to seek care? Chest pain with fever or difficulty breathing are signs that warrant medical evaluation without delay.
Who treats it? The cardiologist and, in children, the pediatric cardiologist study this condition, with the participation of the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon when the case requires it. If these symptoms appear, seeking medical attention promptly is essential for an appropriate evaluation.
Data on 44 doctors who treat purulent pericarditis
Which specialist treats purulent pericarditis?
Purulent pericarditis is treated by a cardiologist, who evaluates and manages this serious infection of the pericardium. If you have severe chest pain, high fever, and trouble breathing, seek urgent care with this specialist. You can find cardiologists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in purulent pericarditis
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Gerardo Arturo Nava Fuentes
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alberto Martinez Matuk
Dr. Pedro Silva Sanchez
Dr. Rocio Maily Vázquez Martínez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Jose Carlos Licea Blanco
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Adriana Miron Poumian
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Rafael Barron Ramirez
Dr. Maximiliano Elguezábal Mendoza
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Frequently asked questions
What is purulent pericarditis?
Purulent pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane that surrounds the heart, with an accumulation of pus due to a bacterial infection. It is rare but serious, and requires timely medical attention.
Which doctor treats purulent pericarditis?
Purulent pericarditis is treated by a cardiologist, who evaluates and manages this serious infection of the pericardium. If you have severe chest pain, high fever, and trouble breathing, seek urgent care with this specialist. You can find cardiologists near you through our directory.