Question 1

what's a pleural malignancy?

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Cancer of the lining: The one we think of most is called mesothelioma.  Other cancers can affect the pleural surface, however, a primary pleural malignancy would be a mesothelioma.  Hope this helps.

Question 2

what is a lower sub pleural lobe?

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Qn is not clear: This is the area below the lung in between the lung and the pleura

Question 3

what causes mild pleural thickening?

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Many things: Pleural thickening is usually noticed on a ct chest which was performed for other reasons.  Different exposures such as asbestos, previous infections, surgeries, or previous pleural effusions can leave thickening.  Obviously if there are any concerning features than it needs to be further evaluated.

Question 4

what is a 15 mm pleural-based nodule?

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A nodule on pleura: This is what is says. A 15 mm nodule or mass seen to be on or closely associate withe the pleura or lining of the lung or chest wall. Ie it is not with in the lung itself.

Question 5

what does bilateral pleural thickening mean?

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See below: Pleura is the lining of the lung. It usually is extremely thin. Occasionally, especially after an infection, it may appear thickened on an xray. Bilateral means on both lungs.

Question 6

what does right pleural reaction mean in chest x_ray?

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Inflammation: There is inflammation between the lung and the chest wall.  It can be caused by infection - viral or bacterial or other inflammatory process.  Blood clots in the lung and even cancer can cause this reaction but this is rare unless you are at specific risk.  Either way you should have your xray repeated in about 2 months to see if it resolves.  If painful or trouble breathing see MD promptly.

Question 7

can a patient suffering from pleural effussion work again?

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Most likely: Yes. Need to sort out the cause of the effusion and make a treatment plan.  Most etiologies and be treated successfully and lead to excellent functional recovery.

Question 8

would pleurisy be classified as a pleural disease/disorder?

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Yes: By definition pleurisy is inflammation of pleura.  Unless proven otherwise, pleurisy should be considered tuberculous.

Question 9

what does right pleural reaction mean in chest x_ray result?

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Pleural Reaction: It usually indicates an area of the pleura (lining over the lung and lining inside the chest cavity where the lung sits) that appears to have higher density on x-ray usually from swelling.  This is usually from inflammation, but can have other causes. I would consult with your physician as they have your full medical history which helps lists particular probably diagnoses.

Question 10

what is the difference between diffuse & focal pleural thickening? what are like causes of diffuse & focal pleural thickening?

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Amount of pleura thi: diffuise pleural thickeneing involves most opf the pleural surface of both lungs. Focal plearal thickening is localized.
Diffuse pleural thickening can be caused by malignancy, infection, of occupational lung disease. Local pleural thickening is often caused by local infection, scarring, pulmary embolism (old) and also occupational lung disease

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