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Question: Y. My mom has a pleurx catheter since august. It stopped drawing about a month ago. In these last few days she has had some green drainage in her catheter. About 2 per day. She is complaining of moderate pain on that side. I fear it may be infected. Should I take her to the ER?
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello ! Thank you for posting your question here .
I have gone through your question and I understand your concern.
Yes you should send her to the hospital , could be a sign of infection .There they will examine her lungs , her green drainage , blood test and if necessary X-Ray to confirm the diagnosis and start a proper treatment.
Wish your mother good health!
Take Care .
Dr Balliu.
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello ! Thank you for posting your question here .
I have gone through your question and I understand your concern.
Yes you should send her to the hospital , could be a sign of infection .There they will examine her lungs , her green drainage , blood test and if necessary X-Ray to confirm the diagnosis and start a proper treatment.
Wish your mother good health!
Take Care .
Dr Balliu.
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