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cynjim81

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  1. A thoracentesis is when a thin flexible tube, under untrasonic guidance, is inserted into the pleura (lining of lung) to withdraw fluid that has accumulated there. A numbing agent is uaually used before needle insertion. Doc's usually only withdraw 1000cc at a time, to prevent lung collapse. The fluid can be from straw colored to thick and bloody. You will experience a little pain from the insertion site after the procedure, and you will cough; which indicated re-expansion of the lung. A chest X Ray is usually done post procedure to make sure the lung is ok. My husband has had at least 10 done in the past 5 months. He's a pro. Hope all goes well.
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