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Pleural Effusion

Pleural Effusion | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Symptoms often depend on the underlying cause of the fluid build up. Symptoms may include:

  • shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • chest pain
  • fever
  • cough

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    Pleural Effusion: Diagnosis & Tests

    Author: Adam Brochert, MD
    Reviewer: Carlos Herrera, MD
    Date Reviewed: 09/04/01



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