Pleural effusion, also called water on the lung, happens when fluid builds up in the space between your lungs and chest cavity. You may have symptoms, such as chest pain, depending on the cause. Thin ...

Breathing is something most of us rarely think about—until it becomes difficult. One condition that can significantly impact breathing is fluid in lungs, a potentially serious health problem that ...

Pleurodesis means sealing the space between the 2 outer linings of the lungs (the pleura) so that fluid can’t collect there. This fluid build up is called a pleural effusion and it can cause shortness ...

A 36-year-old man who was undergoing long-term hemodialysis was hospitalized with a two-day history of increasing dyspnea on exertion. He stated that he did not have cough, orthopnea, or night sweats.

The pleura is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of lubricating fluid, known as pleural fluid, which helps cushion the lung and reduce friction between ...

Spontaneous pneumothorax is characterised by air accumulation in the pleural cavity, leading to partial or complete lung collapse. Management ranges from conservative observation with supplemental ...