"Pleuroperipneumony" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Pleuroperipneumony (or pleuroperipneumonitis) is a rare condition that refers to a specific type of pneumonia where both the lungs (pleura) and the pleural space are simultaneously involved in an inflammatory process, typically caused by infection or other inflammatory agents.The term is often used to describe a condition where there is inflammation of the pleura (pleuritis) along with an infection of the lung tissue itself (pneumonia) and adjacent pleural space (empyema).Pleuroperipneumony can be classified into different types based on the causative agent, such as bacterial, viral, or fungal, and the severity of the condition may vary depending on the individual case.In medical literature, the term pleuroperipneumony is sometimes considered synonymous with empyema of the pleural space or a post-pneumonic pleuritis.
Pleurodynia is a rare condition characterized by severe, sharp, and stabbing pains in the chest and neighboring muscles, usually caused by an ECHO (enteroviral) virus infection. The pain is typically worse when coughing, breathing or pressing on the muscles of the chest or abdomen. The term literally means 'pain in the side'.
Pleurography is an old term that refers to the study or writing of the ribs or their associated tissues, particularly the parietal and mediastinal pleura, which surround the lungs. In medical contexts, pleurography has been used interchangeably with pleauroscopy, referring to the examination of the pleural space using a bronchoscope or a thoracoscope to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the pleura and lungs.In a broader sense, pleurography can also refer to any study, writing, or description of the pleura or the respiratory system, although this usage is less common.
The word "pleuronectiformes" refers to a group of flatfish, specifically a superorder of marine fish that includes species such as sole, halibut, flounder, and plaice. The name "pleuronectiformes" comes from the Greek words "pleuron" (side) and "nix" (navel), referring to the fact that these fish have both eyes on one side of their head, which allows them to lie flat on the bottom of the sea floor.
Pleuropneumoniae refers to a type of bacterial infection that affects the lungs and pleura, which is the thin membrane surrounding the lungs and lining the chest cavity. The term "pleuropneumonia" combines "pleura" (pleural) and "pneumonia" (inflammation of the lungs).Pleuropneumonia is usually caused by bacteria, such as those from the Pasteurella or Actinobacillus species. The infection can affect one or both sides of the lung and may cause symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, fever, and chest pain.In veterinary medicine, pleuropneumonia is often referred to as a condition that affects animals, particularly horses and cattle, whereas in human medicine, it is less commonly referred to.
Pleuroptera refers to a group of insects that belong to the order of insects known as plecoptera or stoneflies. They are aquatic insects that have a long, narrow body and two large, compound eyes. Adult plecoptera are found near freshwater sources, such as streams and lakes, and are often mistaken for mosquitoes due to their similar appearance.
Pleurorrhea refers to the copious and explosive coughing up of blood, mucus, and escape of air from the chest.