Diagnosis for the following report

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PFA CT scan report for my dad's chest as he had some pain near his ribs. He also had fever few days ago but the reports for TB came negative and Dr has been adamant on pleural effusion and infection. Please suggest if it's correct?

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Dr. P M Anbumaran

Pulmonologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

Needed detailed history, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Dr. Neha Magaji Pulmonologist 13 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Neha Magaji

Pulmonologist 13 yrs exp Bangalore

There is a effusion, however in addition there is a patch present . Fever could mean tb or pneumonia . Has fluid been removed and sent for testing ? Kindly consider for a personal consult for discussion and treatment plan