CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Grammy Award–winning country artist Carly Pearce is helping raise national awareness about recurrent pericarditis, a rare heart condition that is frequently misdiagnosed.

Recurrent pericarditis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the pericardium, the protective lining around the heart, and can cause repeated episodes of sharp chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue.

In the United States, an estimated 40,000 people each year are treated for recurring cases, and approximately 20,000 new cases are identified annually.

Because the symptoms can resemble more common conditions, diagnosis is often delayed, which can lead to prolonged discomfort and ongoing medical challenges.

Pearce began experiencing symptoms in 2020 while touring and performing.

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