Pleural Diseases Pleural diseases encompass a range of conditions that affect the membranes surrounding the lungs and heart. These diseases can be caused by...
Pleural Diseases
Pleural diseases encompass a range of conditions that affect the membranes surrounding the lungs and heart. These diseases can be caused by various factors, including infections, inflammation, toxins, and genetic disorders.
Infectious Pleuritis
Infectious pleuritis is caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites entering the pleural space. Symptoms include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, and chest pain.
Non-infectious Pleuritis
Non-infectious pleuritis can be caused by various factors such as viral infections, exposure to irritants, and underlying medical conditions. Symptoms include similar symptoms to infectious pleuritis, but they may be more severe or persist for a shorter duration.
Pleurisy
Pleurisy is inflammation of the pleura, the lining of the lungs and heart. Causes of pleurisy include infections, toxins, and autoimmune disorders. Symptoms include pain in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing.
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is a cancer of the lungs. It can be caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, radon gas, air pollutants, and other carcinogens. Symptoms of lung cancer include coughing, shortness of breath, fatigue, and weight loss