Pleural effusion
A buildup of fluid between the tissues that line the lungs and the chest.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Medium-term: resolves within months
Fluid can accumulate around the lungs due to poor pumping by the heart or by inflammation.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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A pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue that line the lungs and chest cavity.
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