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Pleural effusion, or fluid buildup around the lungs, is common in advanced lung cancer, including stage 4 NSCLC. It can cause symptoms like shortness of breath or chest discomfort. Treatment often involves draining the fluid to relieve symptoms, and sometimes a procedure like pleurodesis to prevent it from returning. Your Show Full Answer

Pleural effusion, or fluid buildup around the lungs, is common in advanced lung cancer, including stage 4 NSCLC. It can cause symptoms like shortness of breath or chest discomfort. Treatment often involves draining the fluid to relieve symptoms, and sometimes a procedure like pleurodesis to prevent it from returning. Your oncologist may also address the underlying cancer with systemic therapies to help manage the effusion.

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