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 CT scan can be very helpful in detecting very small amounts of fluid and trapped pockets of pleural fluid, as well as in determining the nature of the tissues surrounding the area. Removal of pleural fluid with a needle and syringe (aspiration) is essential in diagnosing the cause of pleurisy.