10 Causes of Pleural Effusion
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #3: Kidney Disease
Fluids are essential to us; without them, we would simply die. Most people are fortunate enough to have plenty of fluids available for consumption whenever they need them. However, many fluids that we drink are likely to contain potentially dangerous compounds such as toxins. Fortunately, our kidneys excel in the role of removing them from the blood.
If the kidneys are not operating as effectively as they should be, it can cause the accumulation of unwanted fluid in the bloodstream. These fluids begin to accumulate in various locations around the body, including the lining of the lungs, leading to pleural effusion.
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