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Marijuana Induced Pericarditis: An Emerging Crisis.
Abdullah Masood1, Hamdallah Ashkar2, Danna Reyes1
1Rutgers NJMS-Trinitas Regional Medical Center, USA.
Summary
Habitual marijuana use may trigger pericarditis, a heart inflammation. This case report highlights the potential cardiac risks associated with cannabis, emphasizing the need for clinical vigilance.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Toxicology
- Public Health
Background:
- Cannabis use is increasing with legalization, prompting health concerns.
- Traditional views of marijuana's cardioprotective effects contrast with emerging evidence of cardiac complications.
- Marijuana-induced pericarditis is a growing clinical concern.
Observation:
- A 30-year-old male with a history of habitual marijuana use presented with chest pain and shortness of breath.
- Symptoms resolved upon marijuana abstinence, suggesting a causal link.
- Diagnostic tests revealed pericarditis, including elevated inflammatory markers and pericardial effusion.
Findings:
- Exclusion of other causes pointed to marijuana as the likely trigger for pericarditis.
- The patient's pericarditis resolved with standard medical management (NSAIDs and colchicine).
Implications:
- This case underscores the potential cardiovascular risks of marijuana use, specifically pericarditis.
- Further population-based studies are crucial to elucidate the cardiovascular implications of cannabis.
- Clinicians must consider marijuana-induced pericarditis in patient evaluations and advise caution regarding cannabis use.
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