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Asthma since birth nw pain at lower left of chest cxr says pleural effusion in left lung night sweats recurring fever sob red rash upper back male 31?
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These symptoms: and xray findings require a COMPLETE evaluation starting with rule out of Tuberculosis or SARCOIDOSIS (Speak with your Asthma specialist or Primary Care Provider and have these possibilities ( and others) addressed! Hope this helps...Good luck! Dr Z
Answered 1/24/2016
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Look into infection: With pleural effusion pain can occur until the effusion resolves. With your history of asthma, the possibility of infection is high. Your symptoms of fever and rash suggest seeking medical treatment is imperative. You may need antibiotic treatment for full resolution of symptoms. Also look into possible tuberculosis, or non infectious causes
Answered 2/1/2016
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