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I was recently diagnosed with pleurisy and i have already had a heart disease. am i in more danger.

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Dr. Jesus Yap answered

No: Pleurisy is due to inflammation of the lining of the lung and will have no effect on the heart

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/15/2015

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