Otis H. Brooks III
                    
                    
                    
                    
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                        I 33 yr old black male that was diagnosed with pericarditis  on 10/11/00.  I have minimal fluid build up around the heart.  I have been given several types of inflammatory drugs.  Presently   none of them have worked so far.  I have been confined to the bed  for 2 1/2 weeks because I am having so much pain.  I am definitely  frustrated.  I do not want to take steroids but I do not believe I will  be able to function if I do not get some relief soon.    I have also made sure I am eating properly and drinking plenty of water   that has also failed.    If anyone has any information that helped to deal with the constant pain  please e-mail me at otisbrooksiii@yahoo.com or preach71@juno.com.    Thanks.    Otis