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Fluid in chest

2018-09-12 17:17:26
My father is 72 years old. He is having a problem of irregular heart bit. Recently he became too weak. According to echo cardiography report he is having systolic failure. Chest x-ray shows there is fluid in his chest. What might be the problem? Should I consult a cardiologist or a pulmonologist?
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He is having symptoms of heary failure, consult a cardiologist, and admit if required

Answered2018-09-13 04:18:23

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