What Is Pleurisy?
6. Pleural Effusion
As mentioned, there is usually a small amount of fluid between the layers of pleura, and this helps to act as a lubricant. Pleural effusion is a condition where more than usual volumes of fluid accumulate between the two layers. The condition will sometimes be present at the same time as pleurisy.
Symptoms of pleural effusion include chest pain, shortness of breath, cough, and a fever. Although it can have negative symptoms, pleural effusion will sometimes help reduce the symptoms of pleurisy by providing more of a buffer between the layers of pleura. The fluid will sometimes be drained, although doctors will usually try and treat the underlying cause first.
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