Can prednisone tablets treat pericardial effusion?
Disease description:
I'm considering using prednisone tablets to treat my condition—pericardial effusion—but I'd still like to ask: can prednisone tablets treat pericardial effusion?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Jianbin
Prednisone tablets can treat pericardial effusion. The drug primarily suppresses immune function and inflammatory responses, and is mainly used for autoimmune diseases. Patients with severe pericardial effusion must consider surgical treatment. Drainage can reduce the amount of pericardial fluid and alleviate the patient's clinical symptoms. We must avoid excessive mental stress, prevent fear and anxiety, and establish confidence in overcoming the disease.
