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Pleurisy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions
Pleurisy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions
Pleurisy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions
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Pleurisy is inflammation and irritation of the lining of the lungs and chest (the pleura) that leads to chest pain (usually sharp) when you take a breath or cough.
Pleurisy may develop when you have lung inflammation secondary to:
a. Infections such as pneumonia or tuberculosis.
b. Pulmonary Embolism
c. Bronchiolitis
This inflammation also causes the sharp chest pain of pleurisy.
It may also occur with:
a. Asbestos-related disease
b. Certain cancers
c. Chest trauma – neck and rib fractures
d. Fibrous adhesions
The main symptom of pleurisy is sharp stabbing pain in the chest.
This pain often occurs when you take a deep breath in or out, or cough.
Some people feel the pain in the shoulder.
Deep breathing, coughing and chest movement makes the pain worse.
Pleurisy can cause fluid to collect inside the chest cavity.
b. This can make breathing difficult and may cause the following symptoms:
i. Bluish skin color (cyanosis)
ii. Dry painful Coughing
iii. Shortness of breath
When you have pleurisy, the normally smooth surfaces lining the lung (the pleura) become rough.
They rub together with each breath and may produce a rough, grating sound called a "friction rub."
The doctor can hear this sound with the stethoscope, or by placing an ear against the chest.
CT scan of the chest: CT scan may show the inflammation of the pleura and pleural effusion
Thoracentesis: tapping of pleural effusion will identify the underlying cause
Treatment depends on what is causing the pleurisy.
Bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics.
Surgery may be needed to drain infected fluid from the lungs.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Pleurisy
Chapter 2 More Facts of Pleurisy
Chapter 3 Treatment of Pleurisy
Chapter 4 Pleural Effusion
Chapter 5 Pneumonia
Chapter 6 Cancer Lung
Chapter 7 Pneumothorax
Epilogue

LanguageEnglish
PublisherKenneth Kee
Release dateNov 3, 2016
ISBN9781370835058
Pleurisy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions
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Kenneth Kee

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:"A Family Doctor's Tale"This book is a blend of Dr. Kee’s personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It’s a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.“Specialized Medical Conditions”Books like **"Congestive Heart Failure: Diagnosis and Treatment"** focus on specific conditions, offering in-depth information about diagnosis, treatment options, and patient management.“Healthcare Management”Some of his works touch on broader aspects of healthcare, discussing patient care, medical ethics, and the role of the family doctor in the healthcare system“Medical Case Studies”“Case Notes from a Family Doctor": This book provides insights into real-life medical cases that Dr. Kee has encountered in his practice, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at diagnostic processes and patient care.“Health Education”His writings aim to educate the public on maintaining health and preventing diseases, covering topics like healthy living, nutrition, and fitness“Life and death of different Cell”“Life and death of Red Blood Cell” This book describes the beginning of a red blood cell (named Red Bull) from its origin from the bone marrow and its journey around the body before its death in the spleen. Other stories told are Sperm cell, Ovum, Cancer cell etc."Singapore's Medical and Social History"**"My Personal Singapore History":** This book reflects on Singapore's development from a medical perspective, interwoven with personal stories and observations about healthcare in the country.His works are known for simplifying complex medical information, making it accessible to the general public.Dr. Kenneth Kee's books cover a wide range of health and medical topics.He is known for writing in a clear and straightforward manner, making complex medical information accessible to the general public.His works are known for simplifying complex medical information, making it accessible to the general public.If you are looking for a good starting point, "A Family Doctor's Tale" offers a well-rounded introduction to Dr. Kee’s experiences and insights.It is engaging and provides a mix of personal stories and medical knowledge, making it a good entry into his work.One of the best health tips, supported by both medical professionals like Dr. Kenneth Kee and health research, is to focus on preventive care.This means taking steps to maintain your health before problems arise.There are books on Psychological conditions (PTSD) and disorders (Depression, dementia etc) and children books on Time travelMany of his books are available on platforms like Amazon and Smashwords.His hunger for knowledge has not abated and he is a lifelong learner.The children have all grown up and there are 2 grandchildren who are even more technically advanced than the grandfather where mobile phones are concerned.This book is taken from some of the many articles in his blog (now with 740 posts) A Family Doctor’s Tale.Dr Kee is the author of:"A Family Doctor's Tale""Life Lessons Learned From The Study And Practice Of Medicine""Case Notes From A Family Doctor"

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    Pleurisy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions - Kenneth Kee

    Pleurisy,

    A

    Simple

    Guide

    To

    The Condition,

    Treatment

    And

    Related Conditions

    By

    Dr Kenneth Kee

    M.B.,B.S. (Singapore)

    Ph.D (Healthcare Administration)

    Copyright Kenneth Kee 2014 Smashwords Edition

    Published by Kenneth Kee at Smashwords.com

    Dedication

    This book is dedicated

    To my wife Dorothy

    And my children

    Carolyn, Grace

    And Kelvin

    This book describes Pleurisy, and Its Treatments and Related Diseases or in vernacular terms

    (What You Need to treat Pleurisy)

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    If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy.

    Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

    Introduction

    Ode to Pleurisy

    Pleurisy is the inflammation or irritation of the pleura

    Usually secondarily to diseases like pneumonia

    The typical feature is the pleural rub sound

    This appear where the 2 inflamed pleura are found

    There is sharp stabbing pain at the side chest wall

    This is worse in cases of pleurisy due to trauma

    Muscle guarding and dry cough occur at area of pleurisy

    This is especially if there is chest muscle and rib injury

    A X-ray or CT scan can show the presence of thickened pleura

    A pleural effusion may need an aspiration of the fluid through chest wall

    Treatment is by the use of antibiotics or in cancer chemotherapy

    The pleurisy usually recovers with appropriate therapy

    -An original poem by Kenneth Kee

    Interesting Tips about the Pleurisy

    A Healthy Lifestyle

    1. Take a well Balanced Diet

    2. Treatment depends on what is causing the pleurisy.

    Pleurisy is a condition in which pleuritic chest pain may evolve as a symptom secondary to a primary cause.

    NSAIDs (particularly indomethacin), along with opioid analgesics, remain the mainstay of treatment for pleurisy; identification and treatment of the primary cause are also important.

    A variety of disorders can cause pleurisy, including pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, and myocardial infarction; the condition may also be drug induced.

    It is imperative that life-threatening conditions be considered first when a patient presents with pleuritic chest pain.

    Bacterial infections are treated with antibiotics.

    Surgery may be needed to drain infected fluid from the lungs.

    Viral infections normally run their course without medications.

    Patients often can control the pain of pleurisy with acetaminophen or anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.

    Chest strapping may reduce movement of the chest and pain

    3. Keep bones and body strong

    Bone marrow produces our blood

    Eat foods rich in calcium like yogurt, cheese, milk and dark green vegetables.

    Eat foods rich in Vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish, cereal, and fortified milk.

    Eat food rich in Vitamins B and C such as green vegetables and fruits

    Zinc and other minerals are important to the body

    4. Get enough rest and Sleep

    Avoid stress and tension

    5. Exercise and stay active.

    It is best to do weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, dancing, or lifting weights for 2½ hours a week.

    One way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week.

    Begin slowly especially if a person has not been active.

    6. Do not drink more than 2 alcohol drinks a day for a man or

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