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Synonyms
Pleuritis
Pleurisy is inflammation of the sheet-like layers that cover the lungs (the pleura).
Articles for Pleurisy
Causes of pleurisy
Pleurisy is the inflammation of the pleura. It's usually caused by another condition, such as an infection.
Introduction
Pleurisy (pleuritis) is a condition in which the layer covering the lungs, called the pleura, becomes inflamed. The most common symptom is a sharp chest pain.
Treating pleurisy
Treatment for pleurisy usually involves relieving pain and treating the underlying cause of the condition.
