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Fluid in the Lung - Pulmonary Edema
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
The history and physical exam usually make a healthcare provider suspicious. A chest x-ray usually shows the extra fluid in the lungs. Further tests may be needed to figure out the cause of the lung edema. These may include blood tests or further x-ray tests, such as a pulmonary ventilation scan and a pulmonary perfusion scan.