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Is there any symptoms to pneumonia?
FeverCoughShortness of breathSweatingShaking chillsChest pain that fluctuates with breathing (pleurisy)HeadacheMuscle painFatigue
What is viral pleurisy?
Viral pleurisy is an inflammation of the double membrane (pleura) surrounding the lungs caused by a viral infection, such as the flu or a respiratory virus. Symptoms typically include chest pain, fever, and difficulty breathing. Treatment involves managing symptoms with rest, pain relievers, and sometimes antiviral medication.
What herbal medications can help pleurisy symptoms?
Pleurisy root helps to ease pain, inflammation, and breathing difficulties brought on by pleurisy. This herb is often used in conjunction with mullein (Verbascum thapsus ) or elecampane (Inula helenium ), which serve as expectorants.
What is referred pain in pleurisy?
Referred pain-- The presence of pain in an area other than where it originates. In some pleurisy cases, referred pain occurs in the neck, shoulder, or abdomen.
What is pleuritic?
Pleuritic refers to chest pain. Pleurisy is inflammation of the lining of the lungs. Someone with pleurisy will likely have pleuritic chest pain.
What type of pain management is used in pleurisy patients?
The pain of pleurisy is usually treated with analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs, such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and indomethacin.
Can you develop pleurisy after a fall?
Yes, it is possible to develop pleurisy after a fall, particularly if the fall results in trauma to the chest. This trauma can lead to inflammation of the pleura, the membranes surrounding the lungs, potentially causing pleuritic pain. Additionally, any underlying lung conditions or infections can be exacerbated by chest injury, contributing to the development of pleurisy. If symptoms like sharp chest pain or difficulty breathing occur after a fall, it's important to seek medical attention.
What does pleurisy feel like?
The hallmark symptom of pleurisy is sudden, intense chest pain that is usually located over the area of inflammation. Although the pain can be constant, it is usually most severe when the lungs move
Could pleurisy cause chest rib and back pain?
yes it can cause back and chest pain.
What would cause chest pain left of sternum lasting for five days with upper left back pain?
Sounds like it could be pleurisy? Try looking at this websit http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/pleurisy-overview
Does pleurisy effect you playing sports?
Pleurisy does affect you playing sports. It can cause chest pain with exertion and often causes shortness of breath when a person is running or moving.
An inflammation of the pleura that causes pleurodynia is know as?
An inflammation of the pleura that causes pleurodynia is known as pleurisy. Pleurisy can result in chest pain that worsens with breathing or coughing. It is often caused by infections, such as viral pneumonia.
