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Pleural effusion post cardiac surgery

2019-11-30 02:26:18
Pleural effusion post cardiac surgery. Dr has advised to drink less water how to maintain healthy water levels in body in that case. Thanks in advance
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and analysis . Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest

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post cardiac surgeries, pleural effusion do occur commonly. Please visit a pulmonologist and get things sorted. If effusion is more than 300 ml, it can be tapped.

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Post surgery effusion is common kindly meet a pulmonary specialist for further evaluation and management

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