Joao | Medical student living with recurrent pericarditis
With recurrent pericarditis, paying attention pays off
Recurrent pericarditis can seem overwhelmingly complex and highly unpredictable. Joao, a medical student living with recurrent pericarditis found himself a bit lost about his condition when he started having flares.
He came to understand that everyone is different and that paying attention to his own body was essential. Over time, he figured out how his symptoms presented, how his body reacted to different medicines, and how his lifestyle affected his recurrent pericarditis.
Hear from Joao about how listening to his body led him to powerful insights about recurrent pericarditis and a treatment plan that’s right for him.
Joao | Medical student living with recurrent pericarditis
A personal perspective
Watch the video to learn about Joao’s journey with recurrent pericarditis.
Quote from Joao
"Every flare is kind of unique. Sometimes I feel the pain in my back, around my shoulder area, sometimes I feel it around my clavicle, sometimes I feel it at the center of my chest, sometimes it's more around the heart area."
Pre-Appointment Worksheets
Get support that's tailored to where you are. Use one of these worksheets to prepare for your next doctor conversation. Whether you’re experiencing your first pericarditis flare, a second flare, or have been diagnosed with recurrent pericarditis, these pre-appointment worksheets will help you prepare questions, organize your health information, and feel confident so you can make the most of your appointments
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Last updated: 04/30/25
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