Pleurisy

• Sharp pain while breathing
• Coughing and sneezing
• Shortness of breath
• Muscular pains

What is Pleurisy?

Pleurisy is caused due to the inflammation of the pleura, the lining that surround the lungs. When inflamed pleural layers rub against each other while breathing, it causes sharp pain in the chest. Though there could be several causes, viral infections spreading from the lungs to the pleural cavity are mostly responsible. In Ayurveda, this condition is known as parshwashool.