Match each definition with the correct term.
-pleurisy
A) also known as a sore throat
B) inflammation of the pleura
C) pain in the pleura
D) surgical repair of the pharynx
E) surgical removal of the pleura

Question

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Pleurisy is inflammation of the pleura, which is the lining of the lungs and chest cavity.

Answer: C
 One of the main symptoms of pleurisy is pain in the pleura.

Answer: D
 Surgical repair of the pharynx is called pharyngoplasty. It is not related to pleurisy.

Answer: E
 Surgical removal of the pleura is called pleurectomy. It is not always necessary for treating pleurisy.

Therefore, the terms that match the definitions are pleurisy (B) and pain in the pleura (C).

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term