pleuritsmärta
Pleuritsmärta, often referred to as pleurisy or pleuritis, is a type of chest pain that arises from inflammation of the pleura. The pleura are two thin membranes, one lining the chest cavity and the other covering the lungs. Between these two layers is a thin space containing a small amount of pleural fluid that allows the lungs to move smoothly during breathing. When the pleura become inflamed, the two layers can rub against each other, causing sharp, stabbing pain, particularly when breathing deeply, coughing, or sneezing.
The pain associated with pleuritsmärta is typically localized to one side of the chest and may radiate
Pleuritsmärta is not a disease in itself but rather a symptom of an underlying condition. Common causes
Diagnosis of pleuritsmärta involves a physical examination, listening to the lungs with a stethoscope for a