Disease Comparison
Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.
Pleural Effusion
Unknown
3
Symptoms
3
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
VS
Conjunctivitis
Moderate
4
Symptoms
0
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
Overview
Pleural Effusion
Pleural effusion is an abnormal buildup of fluid between the layers of tissue surrounding the lungs. It may occur because of heart failure, infection, inflammation, cancer, liver or kidney disease, or other conditions. The amount of fluid and its underlying cause determine the symptoms and treatment needed.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis, commonly called pink eye, is inflammation or swelling of the conjunctiva, the clear tissue covering the white part of the eye and lining the inside of the eyelids. It may cause redness, watering, irritation, itching, discharge, or discomfort. Conjunctivitis can result from viruses, bacteria, allergies, dry eyes, or exposure to irritating substances.
Symptoms
Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Chest Pain Coughing Blood Pain Radiating To JawOnly in Right Disease
Eye Pain Itchy Eyes Red Eyes Watery EyesCauses
Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Alcohol Obesity SmokingOnly in Right Disease
None
Diagnosis
Pleural Effusion
Diagnosis is based on symptoms, physical examination, and imaging such as a chest X-ray or ultrasound. When the cause is uncertain, thoracentesis may be performed to remove and analyze pleural fluid. Laboratory testing of the fluid can help distinguish different causes, including infection, inflammation, heart-related fluid buildup, and cancer.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is usually diagnosed from the eye symptoms and an examination of the eyes. The healthcare provider looks for redness, swelling, discharge, irritation, and other changes in the conjunctiva. The medical history helps distinguish infectious, allergic, and irritant causes. In some cases, especially when symptoms are severe, persistent, recurrent, or unusual, additional testing may be needed to identify an infectious cause or another eye disorder.
Prevention
Pleural Effusion
Pleural effusion cannot always be prevented because it often results from another disease. Reducing the risk and complications of conditions that can cause fluid buildup may help. Avoiding tobacco, managing heart, liver, or kidney disease, treating infections appropriately, and seeking medical evaluation for persistent breathing symptoms can help address underlying causes.
Conjunctivitis
Good hand hygiene can reduce the spread of infectious conjunctivitis. Avoid touching or rubbing the eyes and do not share towels, cosmetics, eye drops, or other personal items that contact the eyes. Clean hands should be used when applying eye medicines or contact lenses. People with symptoms should follow medical advice about limiting close contact and preventing transmission. Avoiding known allergens and eye irritants can help prevent allergic or irritant conjunctivitis.
Risk Factors
Pleural Effusion
Risk depends on the underlying cause. Factors associated with pleural effusion include heart, liver, or kidney disease, cancer, infections, lung injury, smoking, alcohol use, and previous exposure to asbestos. The presence of these factors does not necessarily mean that a pleural effusion will develop.
Conjunctivitis
Risk depends on the type of conjunctivitis. Close contact with a person who has viral or bacterial conjunctivitis increases the chance of infection. Children in group settings may be exposed more easily. Allergies, exposure to pollen or other allergens, dry eyes, and contact with irritating substances can increase the risk of noninfectious conjunctivitis. Newborns can develop serious eye infections from bacteria acquired during childbirth.
Treatment
Pleural Effusion
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Conjunctivitis
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