'Chest Pain' because of Fluid?

I have a lot of chest pain.A couple of months ago I went to get a sono and the doctor told me I had some fluid in the chest cavity, could that be causing the pain in my chest? If so how can I get the fluid removed.

[PaulMD]

Hi there.

First and foremost, it is important to know the source of this excess fluid.  Though the fluid can be removed by a procedure known as 'thoracentesis', this would surely re-accumulate if the underlying problem is not identified and treated.

Causes of fluid accumulation in the chest would include lung infections, heart failure, kidney problems, or malignancies.

It is best to have yourself thoroughly worked up to know the source of this fluid (like imaging studies, CT scan, MRI, depending on what your doctor deems appropriate).

Regards.