Ms. Van, 60, sought medical attention for a prolonged cough, shortness of breath, and a 10 kg weight loss over one year, leading doctors to diagnose pleural, abdominal, and pericardial effusions.

Individuals with pleural effusion should limit processed meats, high-sodium sausages, and fried foods rich in saturated fat, as these can increase inflammation and fluid retention.

A premature baby boy, born at 34 weeks with pleural effusion, brain hemorrhage, and cholestatic jaundice, was successfully stabilized by doctors after two months of treatment.