At times, it may be difficult to distinguish pericardial pain from the pain that occurs with a heart attack. Chronic pericarditis is usually associated with chronic inflammation and may result in fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion). The most common symptom of chronic pericarditis is chest pain. Depending on the type, signs and symptoms of pericarditis may include some or all of the following:
Crocodiles live in many different places around the world! There are crocodiles in lots of countries in Africa such as Egypt, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Madagascar, and more. There are also crocodiles in Australia, and in parts of South America like Venezuela.
Crocodiles of the Americas. Most of the world's alligator species are found in the Americas, but only four species of crocodiles are native. The American crocodile is found in the southern U.S. and all the way down to Central and South America. It is a large species, reaching lengths of up to 16 feet.