Pleurisy

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When the pleura (membrane which surrounds the lungs) becomes inflamed a condition known as pleurisy or pleuritis occurs. Symptoms include chest pain, coughs, fatigue, weight loss, shortness of breath and itching on the back amongst others. While pleurisy is a secondary symptom of an underlying illness, this condition is usually treated with anti inflammatory drugs.

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Symptoms of Pleurisy

Pleurisy has one or more of the following symptoms:

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