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Pleural effusion
What is pleural effusion?Is there any need for draining the fluid periodically? What is the reason to do so? How long it takes to rectify the problem?
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Pleural effusion is fluid around the lungs. It is necessary to drain it for the lungs to function to the full capacity depending on the quantity. There are various causes of pleural effusion and the time taken to rectift the problem will depend on the cause of pleural effusion. Please consult a pulmonologist.
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Hi. I understand your concern s. The fluid needs to drained and tested to find out what is the cause for the same and test accordingly. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest.
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