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Good evening, i am feeling discomfort on the left side (lung). i once had pleural effusion, in 2010. not sure if it might come back. i am not coughing or running out of breath. just discomfort.
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Chest image: A follow up chest image may be helpful. Chest wall discomfort may be associated with muscular pain. Place a heating pad on the area and take Ibuprofen. If the discomfort persists, please see your PCP.
Answered 4/6/2020
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