Condition
Pleural Effusion
A buildup of fluid between the lungs and the chest wall, which can cause shortness of breath.
Also called: fluid around the lungs, fluid on the lungs, fluid around lungs
Who Can Help with Pleural Effusion?
- Pulmonologists
A physician who treats lung and breathing conditions such as asthma, COPD, lung infections and sleep apnea.
- Cardiothoracic Surgeons
A surgeon who operates on the heart, lungs, esophagus and other organs in the chest.
- Interventional Radiologists
A radiologist who uses imaging to guide minimally invasive procedures, such as opening blocked blood vessels, placing catheters and treating tumors.
Where Practices List Pleural Effusion
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Houston, TX (18)
- Anchorage, AK (10)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about pleural effusion and what is right for you.