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What medication is prescribed for fluid in a lung

By Anonymous April 12, 2018 - 12:12pm
 
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Currently undergoing chemo for non small cell lung cancer

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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

Thoracentesis is a procedure to remove fluid from the space between the lungs and the chest wall. For medication, diuretics and nitroglycerin are often used. Ask your doctors what will work well for you.
I wish you the best in your recovery-
Susna

April 12, 2018 - 2:16pm
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