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Empyema Learning Center

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Empyema is a collection of pus in the space between the lung and the inside of the chest wall (pleural space.

Basic Info

Symptoms
Chest pain, which worsens when you breathe in deeply (inspiration; Dry cough; Excessive sweating, especially night sw...
Causes
Empyema is caused by an infection that spreads from the lung. It leads to a buildup of pus in the pleural space. Ther...
Tests
The health care provider may note decreased breath sounds or a friction rub when listening to the chest with a stetho...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to cure the infection and remove the collection of pus from the lung. Antibiotics are prescr...
Complications
Pleural thickening; Reduced lung function.
Prevention
Prompt and effective treatment of lung infections may prevent some cases of empyema.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of empyema.

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