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Regarding left pleural effusion

2021-02-11 15:03:48
Ct scan shows left pleural effusion in 25 years old adult .he is not infected with covid earlier.what is its treatment.he is asthma patient
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Pleural effusion needs to be evaluated by tapping the fluid and sent for investigations..kindly open a private consultation for further management

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Need to evaluate the cause of left sided effusion by tapping the fluid and sent for pleural fluid analysis, based on the reports treatment may vary , do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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