Is pleural effusion in women dangerous?

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Hello doctor! My sister has had chest pain for about 2 months now, today she has difficulty breathing when inhaling, went to an X-ray examination and diagnosed pleural effusion. So the doctor asked me if pleural effusion in women is dangerous? Looking forward to consulting your doctor!
Nguyen Xuan Giap (1983)
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Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Huy Nhat - Department of Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital
Hello,
With the question “Overflowing” Is pleural fluid in women dangerous? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Pleural effusion due to many causes (Tuberculosis pleurisy, chest trauma, cancer, heart failure, cirrhosis, systemic disease,...). Depending on the cause of the effusion to determine if the disease is dangerous, usually in addition to taking a film, the doctor will examine you, take pleural fluid, blood,... to do tests to determine the cause and treat you. Please.
If you still have questions about pleural effusion in women, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!