I'm really concerned because about a month ago, I had exudate pleural effusion, and I'm still experiencing pain. Today, I had another chest X-ray, and it shows that the pleural effusion is still there. What could be causing this to persist, and what steps should I take next?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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you should actually consult a physician and rule out the causes for pleural effusion. you should start specific treatment for it

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Answered 04/07/2025

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