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Malignant pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural cavity caused by cancer. Symptoms can vary but often include:

- Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
- Chest pain
- Pressure in the chest
- Dry cough
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Pain or discomfort while taking a deep breath
- Difficulty breathing unless sitting or standing Show Full Answer

Malignant pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the pleural cavity caused by cancer. Symptoms can vary but often include:

- Shortness of breath (dyspnea)
- Chest pain
- Pressure in the chest
- Dry cough
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Pain or discomfort while taking a deep breath
- Difficulty breathing unless sitting or standing up (orthopnea)

Some people may not experience any symptoms. Treatments can include thoracentesis, chest tube thoracostomy, and palliative procedures.

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What To Know About Fluid in Lungs (Pleural Effusion) | MyLungCancerTeam