Pleurisy

[bisso]

Is it right that pleurisy can last for months ? My doctor has given me another 3 weeks off work need to go bk just before my sick note runs out as I might need more time off

[Christine5]

Everyone is different but normal time is 6 weeks xx

[Ern007]

Hi bisso. I had pleurisy about nine months ago, i remember it did clear up in about 2 1/2 weeks after a course of antibiotics..Everyone is different, so that was just in my case. good luck.

[bisso in reply to Ern007]

Thankyou for the reply

[Shancock]

It can linger on, usually gradually clears up after few weeks but you may we'll be tired and need to rest for weeks after.

[bisso in reply to Shancock]

This is my 3rd week off and just been signed off another 3 weeks and been told I'll be on light duties when I go back to work (I'm a postie)

[Hidden]

Months seem over the top..depends on the state of your lungs I would say or your general health..

It takes a lot out of you though so rest, fluids, sit up in armchair, feet up, no lying down all day..

[Lyn1955]

I have had pleurisy since Dec just seen doc today and still have it so yes can take a while to clear