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	Pleurisy ~~is¬†~~[[inflammation]]~~¬†of~~ the lining of the [[lungs]] and [[chest cavity]], usually caused by a lung [[infection]]; characterized by sharp [[chest pain]]		Pleurisy is [[inflammation]] of the lining of the [[lungs]] and [[chest cavity]], usually caused by a lung [[infection]]; characterized by sharp [[chest pain]]
	Pleurisy, also known as pleuritis, is a condition in which the pleura, the two-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the inside of the chest cavity, becomes inflamed<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. This inflammation can cause sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing, coughing, or sneezing. Pleurisy can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune diseases, lung cancer, rib fractures, or pulmonary embolism.		Pleurisy, also known as pleuritis, is a condition in which the pleura, the two-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the inside of the chest cavity, becomes inflamed<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. This inflammation can cause sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing, coughing, or sneezing. Pleurisy can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune diseases, lung cancer, rib fractures, or pulmonary embolism.
	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==

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	Pleurisy is [[inflammation]] of the lining of the [[lungs]] and [[chest cavity]], usually caused by a lung [[infection]]; characterized by sharp [[chest pain]]		{{SI}}
			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Pleurisy
			\| image = [[File:Pleurisy_and_pneumothorax.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Chest X-ray showing pleurisy and pneumothorax
			\| field = [[Pulmonology]]
			\| synonyms = Pleuritis
			\| symptoms = [[Chest pain]], [[cough]], [[shortness of breath]]
			\| complications = [[Pleural effusion]], [[pneumothorax]]
			\| onset = Sudden or gradual
			\| duration = Variable
			\| causes = [[Infection]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[pulmonary embolism]], [[lung cancer]]
			\| risks = [[Smoking]], [[asbestos]] exposure, [[viral infection]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[chest X-ray]], [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]]
			\| differential = [[Pneumonia]], [[pericarditis]], [[myocardial infarction]]
			\| treatment = [[Pain management]], [[anti-inflammatory drugs]], treating underlying cause
			\| medication = [[NSAIDs]], [[antibiotics]] (if bacterial infection)
			\| frequency = Common
			\| deaths = Rarely directly fatal
			}}
			Pleurisy is¬†[[inflammation]]¬†of the lining of the [[lungs]] and [[chest cavity]], usually caused by a lung [[infection]]; characterized by sharp [[chest pain]]
	Pleurisy, also known as pleuritis, is a condition in which the pleura, the two-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the inside of the chest cavity, becomes inflamed<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. This inflammation can cause sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing, coughing, or sneezing. Pleurisy can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune diseases, lung cancer, rib fractures, or pulmonary embolism.		Pleurisy, also known as pleuritis, is a condition in which the pleura, the two-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the inside of the chest cavity, becomes inflamed<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. This inflammation can cause sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing, coughing, or sneezing. Pleurisy can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune diseases, lung cancer, rib fractures, or pulmonary embolism.
	~~[[File:Pleurisy and pneumothorax.jpg\|thumb\|Pleurisy and pneumothorax]]~~
	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The primary symptom of pleurisy is a sharp, stabbing chest pain that is typically felt on one side of the chest and may worsen when taking a deep breath, coughing, or sneezing<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Other possible symptoms include:		The primary symptom of pleurisy is a sharp, stabbing chest pain that is typically felt on one side of the chest and may worsen when taking a deep breath, coughing, or sneezing<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 \|title=Pleurisy \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Other possible symptoms include:
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	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==
	To diagnose pleurisy, a healthcare provider will begin by taking a medical history and performing a physical examination. They may listen to the patient's breathing using a stethoscope, as pleurisy can produce a distinctive "rubbing" sound as the inflamed layers of the pleura move against each other.		To diagnose pleurisy, a healthcare provider will begin by taking a medical history and performing a physical examination. They may listen to the patient's breathing using a stethoscope, as pleurisy can produce a distinctive "rubbing" sound as the inflamed layers of the pleura move against each other.

	Additional tests may be ordered to help determine the underlying cause of pleurisy, such as<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 \|title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:		Additional tests may be ordered to help determine the underlying cause of pleurisy, such as<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 \|title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:

	* Chest X-ray		* Chest X-ray
	* Computed tomography (CT) scan		* Computed tomography (CT) scan
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	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment for pleurisy depends on the underlying cause of the inflammation<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 \|title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Some possible treatments include:		Treatment for pleurisy depends on the underlying cause of the inflammation<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 \|title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment \|publisher=Mayo Clinic \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Some possible treatments include:

	* Antibiotics for bacterial infections		* Antibiotics for bacterial infections
	* Antiviral medications for viral infections		* Antiviral medications for viral infections
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	==Prevention==		==Prevention==
	Preventing pleurisy involves addressing its underlying causes. Some general measures to reduce the risk of pleurisy include<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.healthline.com/health/pleurisy#prevention \|title=Pleurisy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment \|publisher=Healthline \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:		Preventing pleurisy involves addressing its underlying causes. Some general measures to reduce the risk of pleurisy include<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.healthline.com/health/pleurisy#prevention \|title=Pleurisy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment \|publisher=Healthline \|accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:

	* Getting vaccinated against infections that can cause pleurisy, such as influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)		* Getting vaccinated against infections that can cause pleurisy, such as influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
	* Practicing good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory infections		* Practicing good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory infections
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	* Regularly monitoring and managing chronic health conditions, such as autoimmune diseases or heart failure, that may contribute to pleurisy		* Regularly monitoring and managing chronic health conditions, such as autoimmune diseases or heart failure, that may contribute to pleurisy
	* Avoiding exposure to environmental irritants, such as tobacco smoke and air pollution, which can cause lung inflammation		* Avoiding exposure to environmental irritants, such as tobacco smoke and air pollution, which can cause lung inflammation

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Pleurisy is [[inflammation]] of the lining of the [[lungs]] and [[chest cavity]], usually caused by a lung [[infection]]; characterized by sharp [[chest pain]]
Pleurisy, also known as pleuritis, is a condition in which the pleura, the two-layered membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the inside of the chest cavity, becomes inflamed<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 |title=Pleurisy |publisher=Mayo Clinic |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. This inflammation can cause sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing, coughing, or sneezing. Pleurisy can be caused by various factors, such as viral or bacterial infections, autoimmune diseases, lung cancer, rib fractures, or pulmonary embolism.
[[File:Pleurisy and pneumothorax.jpg|thumb|Pleurisy and pneumothorax]]
==Symptoms==
The primary symptom of pleurisy is a sharp, stabbing chest pain that is typically felt on one side of the chest and may worsen when taking a deep breath, coughing, or sneezing<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 |title=Pleurisy |publisher=Mayo Clinic |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Other possible symptoms include:
* Shortness of breath
* Rapid, shallow breathing
* Dry cough
* Fever and chills (if caused by an infection)
==Causes==
Pleurisy can be caused by a variety of factors, including<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 |title=Pleurisy |publisher=Mayo Clinic |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:
* Viral infections (most common cause)
* Bacterial infections, such as pneumonia or tuberculosis
* Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis
* Lung cancer or other cancers that spread to the pleura
* Rib fractures
* Pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in the lung)
==Diagnosis==
To diagnose pleurisy, a healthcare provider will begin by taking a medical history and performing a physical examination. They may listen to the patient's breathing using a stethoscope, as pleurisy can produce a distinctive "rubbing" sound as the inflamed layers of the pleura move against each other.

Additional tests may be ordered to help determine the underlying cause of pleurisy, such as<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 |title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment |publisher=Mayo Clinic |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:

* Chest X-ray
* Computed tomography (CT) scan
* Ultrasound
* Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
* Blood tests
* Pleural fluid analysis
==Treatment==
Treatment for pleurisy depends on the underlying cause of the inflammation<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351867 |title=Pleurisy: Diagnosis & treatment |publisher=Mayo Clinic |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>. Some possible treatments include:

* Antibiotics for bacterial infections
* Antiviral medications for viral infections
* Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, to reduce inflammation and pain
* Corticosteroids for autoimmune-related pleurisy
* Treatment of the underlying condition, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer-related pleurisy
* Oxygen therapy for those with difficulty breathing
* Thoracentesis, a procedure to remove excess fluid from the pleural space, in cases of pleural effusion (fluid buildup between the pleura layers)
* It is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate treatment plan based on the specific cause and severity of the pleurisy.
==Prevention==
Preventing pleurisy involves addressing its underlying causes. Some general measures to reduce the risk of pleurisy include<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.healthline.com/health/pleurisy#prevention |title=Pleurisy: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment |publisher=Healthline |accessdate=2021-08-20}}</ref>:

* Getting vaccinated against infections that can cause pleurisy, such as influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
* Practicing good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory infections
* Seeking prompt medical attention for respiratory infections or other conditions that can lead to pleurisy
* Regularly monitoring and managing chronic health conditions, such as autoimmune diseases or heart failure, that may contribute to pleurisy
* Avoiding exposure to environmental irritants, such as tobacco smoke and air pollution, which can cause lung inflammation

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