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Pleuropneumonia

Description:

Pleuropneumonia is a medical condition characterized by the inflammation of the lungs and the membrane surrounding them, known as the pleura. It is typically caused by infection and can lead to respiratory distress and severe chest pain.

Senses:

1. Noun (Medical): A respiratory condition marked by the simultaneous inflammation of the lungs and pleura, often caused by bacterial infection.
2. Noun (Veterinary): A contagious disease affecting the lungs of pigs, characterized by inflammation and the secretion of pus.

Examples:

• The patient was diagnosed with pleuropneumonia after experiencing persistent coughing and shortness of breath.
• Pigs on the farm were quarantined due to an outbreak of pleuropneumonia, as it spread rapidly among the herd.

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