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  • 45 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I'm really worried because I've had pleural fluid drained using a tube, and despite having all the tests done and taking the medications prescribed by the doctor, there's no noticeable improvement. Could there be something else that's causing this lack of progress? What should I do next?

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fluid can buildup again if ubhave withdraw more

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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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