Pleural effusion refers to the accumulation of excessive fluid in the chest cavity, and the common ones include infection, lung cancer, heart failure, etc. When there is too much fluid in the pleural cavity, a range of symptoms occur. This article will discuss the symptoms that may occur after having a pleural effusion.
1. Difficulty breathing.
The pleural effusion exerts pressure on the expansion of the lungs, preventing the alveoli from fully expanding, making it difficult to breathe. Patients may experience shortness of breath and superficial breathing, and in severe cases, symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, and rapid pulse may occur.
2. Chest pain. Pleural irritation from pleural effusion can cause chest pain. Patients may feel pressure or tingling in the chest, and sometimes the pain radiates to the shoulders, lower back, and even the abdomen.
3. Fatigue and weight loss.
Pleural effusion increases the burden on the heart and lungs in the chest cavity, leading to excessive physical exertion, and fatigue is a common symptom. Eating discomfort due to dyspnea and chest pain causes the patient to lose appetite, resulting in weight loss.
4. Cough and sputum production.
Pleural effusion irritates the bronchial tubes, causing cough with thick, sometimes blood-streaked sputum. This is because the alveoli are damaged due to the compression of the pleural effusion, causing a small amount of pulmonary hemorrhage.
5. Heart palpitations and edema.
When pleural effusion is due to heart failure, patients may present with palpitations and edema. The increase in fluid in the chest increases the load on the heart, causing the heart to contract continuously and forcefully, causing a feeling of palpitations. Edema is caused by a decrease in the heart's pumping function, resulting in fluid retention in the body.
Sixth, ** pale.
Due to the lack of oxygen**, the patient** may appear pale in color. This is the result of pleural effusion affecting lung expansion, resulting in insufficient oxygen uptake.
In addition to the above symptoms, depending on the nature of the pleural effusion and **, patients may also present with the following symptoms:
1.Fever: pleural effusion due to infection or inflammation may cause an increase in body temperature.
2.Chest mass: a lump in the chest may indicate a pleural effusion caused by a tumor.
3.Frequent nocturnal cough: cough due to pressure from pleural effusion, especially when lying down.
4.Hoarseness: A pleural effusion caused by type ** lung cancer may compress the nerves in the larynx, causing hoarseness.
5.Premature satiety: increased intrapleural effusion compresses the stomach, causing the patient to feel early satiety.
In conclusion, pleural effusion is a common pleural condition that causes a variety of different symptoms. Early detection and early detection of pleural effusion abnormalities is very important, and early diagnosis can improve the quality of life of patients and improve outcomes. If you notice an abnormality similar to the above symptoms, seek medical attention promptly and receive a diagnosis from a medical professional**. December Creation Incentive Program