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Pleural Empyema

2019-12-22 10:27:00
Can pleural empyema (100ml accumulation) can be cured with antibiotics or does it have to be drained?
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest
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if you are from Bangalore you can consult me at my clinic Aum speciality clinic near Sindhi high school Hebbal kempapura. Details are given in Google

Answered2019-12-22 13:08:08

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