Sleep Apnea vs. Pleurisy: Understanding the Difference
No, sleep apnea is not related to pleurisy.
Obstructive sleep apnea is a chronic respiratory disease characterized by the obstruction of airflow during sleep.
Pleurisy is a term used to describe inflammation of the pleura, the membrane that lines the inside of the chest cavity and covers the lungs.
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