plurisy

[doll1963729]

what can i do too ease the pain in my chest they said its a case of plurisy it only get worse when i lay down

[Sarajmt]

Ouch!  I've had pleurisy as well.  It hurts to even breathe.  I assume the doctor gave you antibiotics.  You might want to call him back to get something for the pain.  My doctor wouldn't give me anything for the pain but perhaps you'll have better luck.

Please let us know how it goes.  
Sara

[designgyrl]

I definitely know how pleurisy feels.  I had it a few years ago and the doctor put me in the hospital over night for pain control.  Unfortunately the doctor told me there wasn't much I could do about it, just take pain meds to stay comfortable.  I think the pleurisy lasted a few weeks.  I'm guessing you've been to the doctor?  Did they provide you any medication to cut the pain down?  I know when I had it, I couldn't breathe very well and felt as though someone was sitting on my chest. I never found out why I got it, but as far as I know, you will heal up, it may take some time.  

Please keep us updated!!!

[namnam46]

I clicked before I had a chance to tell you that Jamie's post to  you is RIGHT ON THE BUTTON. She gave you EXCELLENT info.

Once again , WELCOME!!....Sherry

[namnam46]

Hi Doll,

Welcome to the Pain Management Forum. I hope that you have found this Forum alright. I posted on your question in the Gastroenterologist Forum to let you know  what happened to you post. Sometimes they get moved around to the Forum that they feel you will get the best results from. I'm also sending you a note in case you miss the Gastro post .

Good Luck.....Sherry

[jamlws]

I looked this up and here is what I found on http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pleurisy/DS00244/DSECTION=symptoms

The sharp, fleeting pain in your chest that pleurisy causes is made worse by coughing, sneezing, moving and deep breathing. In some cases, pain may extend from your chest to your shoulder. You may find relief from pain when you hold your breath or when you apply pressure over the painful area.

When an accumulation of fluids (pleural effusion) is associated with pleurisy, the pain usually disappears because the fluid serves as a lubricant. However, if enough fluid accumulates, it puts pressure on your lungs and interferes with their normal function, causing shortness of breath. If the fluid becomes infected, the signs and symptoms of dry cough, fever and chills may appear. An infected pleural effusion is called an empyema.
Treatment
The most important goal in relieving pleurisy or pleural effusion is treatment of the underlying condition that's causing your signs and symptoms. For example, if the cause of pleurisy is a bacterial infection of your lung (pneumonia), an antibiotic may control the infection. But, for pleurisy due to a viral infection, antibiotics won't be effective. Most viral infections run their course without treatment.

Over-the-counter or prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may help relieve some of the signs and symptoms of pleurisy. Prescription codeine may help control a cough as well as the pain. If you have a large buildup of fluid, you may need to stay in the hospital to have the fluid drained over a period of several days through a tube inserted into your chest.
Hope you feel better soon,
Jamie