Pleurisy

Pleurisy: Inflammation of the pleura, which is the serious membrane surrounding the lung. Causes include deep wounds in the thorax, severe colds, bronchial pneumonia, tuberculosis. The cat finds breathing painful, has a dry cough, and a slight fever. It should be taken to a vet for treatment.





















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