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Could pleurisy cause intense chest pain?

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Dr. Larry Maturani answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Pleuritis is a very common cause of chest pain. Typically you will have pain on inspiration. Usually viral in etiology and can be effectively treated with nsaids for several days. If the pain last longer than several days, get a chest x ray. Sometimes i also add a medro dose pak.

Answered 3/28/2013

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