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Pleurisy Directory
Pleurisy is inflammation in the tissue that covers the lungs and chest wall. The main symptoms are chest pain associated with breathing. Treatments for pleurisy vary depending on the cause. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how pleurisy is caused, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Pleurisy (Pleuritis)
Pleurisy is a type of chest pain that affects tissues around your lungs. Learn more about pleurisy causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications.
The Basics of Pleurisy Symptoms
Learn the symptoms of pleurisy and pleural effusion from the experts at WebMD.
Pleurisy Diagnosis & Treatment
Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of pleurisy and pleural effusion.
Chest Pain Treatment
WebMD walks you through first aid treatment of chest pain, or angina.
Slideshows & Images
The Lungs (Human Anatomy): Picture, Function, Definition, Conditions
WebMD's Lungs Anatomy Page provides a detailed image and definition of the lungs. Learn about lung function, problems, location in the body, and more.
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