Diagnosis and Management of Pericarditis

This chapter explores the characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and management strategies for pericarditis, emphasizing the importance of specific tests like EKG and echo. It discusses risk factors indicating poor prognosis, inpatient treatment considerations, and first-line therapies such as NSAIDs and colchicine. Additionally, the chapter covers the use of Saw Palmetto for benign prostatic hyperplasia and the effectiveness of Baclofen in achieving abstinence in patients with alcohol use disorder.