Pleurisy

Pleuritis is inflammation of the pleura, the thin membrane that lines the lungs and the inside of the chest cavity.

Common symptoms: It is characterized by chest pain that intensifies with deep breathing or coughing, and at times it comes with difficulty breathing.

Common causes: It can arise after respiratory infections, inflammatory processes, or conditions that involve the chest.

Which specialist treats it? The pulmonologist evaluates the health of the lungs and pleura, and the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon intervenes in cases that require a surgical approach. If you have chest pain when breathing, the sensible thing is to have it evaluated by a professional to clarify its origin.