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Man Falls Down Stairs, Develops Pleural Effusion

Updated 2026-10-05 13:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

A friend in her 80s fell down the stairs and developed pleural effusion, a condition where fluid builds up between the lungs and ribs. The incident highlights potential risks for older adults and the importance of addressing such health issues.

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“She developed pleural effusion — fluid between the lungs and ribs — compressing her lungs and making it hard for her to breathe.”
2026-10-05 13:00 UTC
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