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Doctor says i have pneumonia or pleurisy. is the treatment the same?
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No: Treatment for pneumonia usually includes antibiotics and cough medication. Pleurisy tends to be caused by viruses and anti inflammatory medications are the main treatments rather than antibiotics.
Answered 8/30/2016
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