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How long can pleurisy last if untreated?

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Dr. Lokesh Guglani answered

Specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology

Depends on cause: It depends on the underlying cause of pleurisy. Some are acute conditions and progress rapidly while others evolve slowly over time.

Answered 10/22/2020

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I am 22 & have experienced sharp pain in my right chest periodically for 10ish years, always same spot. I have asthma but rarely get attacks. I always just thought it was pleurisy & it usually only lasts a few minutes and is gone for a while?

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I was recently had pneumonia (lasted about 7 wks) and still have painful pleurisy lasting 3+ wks. Besides ibuprofen, how can I recover faster?

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