__ is a disease of the lungs where there is inflammation of the pleurae.

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Pleurisy is the disease of the lungs. It is the Inflammation of the pleurae, which impairs their lubricating function and causes pain when breathing. Pneumonia and other diseases of the chest or abdomen cause it.

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