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Q. I have myocarditis. Is it safe to take a roller coaster ride?

Answered by
Dr. Pramod Bhanudas Narkhede
and medically reviewed by Dr. K Shobana
This is a premium question & answer published on Oct 28, 2016 and last reviewed on: Jun 02, 2023

Hi doctor,

Do you think it is safe to ride in a roller coaster with myocarditis?

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Myocarditis is an inflammatory disease of heart muscle. It can have a variety of cardiac manifestations ranging from no symptoms to severe debilitating life threatening condition. In the acute phase, the risk of complication is more. It is not safe to ride roller coasters when you are diagnosed to have myocarditis. You should wait for its resolution and it is advised to avoid exertion.


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