CT scans are quick, painless, non-invasive tests that can identify everything from brain tumors to injuries from an accident.

A blood test may also help them diagnose an autoimmune disorder like rheumatoid arthritis, which might lead to pleurisy. A computerized tomography scan (CT scan) can provide your healthcare ...

The CT scan confirms this diagnosis. The scan shows a spleen that is almost entirely dark except for the tip, which is the only part that looks normal for a contrast enhanced abdominal CT.

Pleurisy or pleuritis is an inflammation of the pleura, the tissue that protects and cushions the lungs. It can present with pain and may be caused by different types of inflammation or infection ...