Diseases affecting the pleura (lining of the lungs), such as pleural effusion or pneumothorax, can cause significant respiratory distress and need accurate evaluation.
Conditions affecting the pleura (lining around lungs) such as pleural effusion, pneumothorax, or pleuritis.
Infections, heart failure, cancer, or tuberculosis can lead to fluid accumulation in the pleural space.
Through chest X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, and thoracentesis (fluid removal for testing).
Depends on the cause — may involve antibiotics, drainage, pleurodesis, or surgery.
