A part of a line consisting of two points and all the points between them. Is a point at one end of a segment or the starting point of a ray, a dot on a line. Is a point of a line that starts at an endpoint and extends forever. Are two rays that have a common endpoint and form a line.
Pleurisy and other pleural disorders are treated with procedures, medicines, and other methods. The goals of treatment include: Relieving symptoms. Removing the fluid, air, or blood from the pleural space (if a large amount is present) Treating the underlying condition.
A pleural biopsy is useful in determining the cause of your pleurisy. The pleura is the layer of membranes that surrounds your lungs. During the procedure, your doctor will make small incisions in the skin of your chest wall. Next, your doctor will use a needle to remove a small tissue sample of the pleura.