Since pleurodynia is caused by a viral infection, it can't be treated with medications such as antibiotics. Treatment is instead focused on symptom relief. If you have pleurodynia, you can take over-the-counter pain medication such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) to help ease pain.

How do you catch Pleurodynia?

It's not always possible to prevent pleurodynia, but you can reduce your risk by taking precautions as you would against any virus, such as the flu. The virus can be spread by mouth-to-mouth contact (such as sharing a glass or cup) or fecal-oral contamination.

What is Pleurodynia virus?

Pleurodynia (formerly called Bornholm disease) is a form of viral myalgia defined by the sudden occurrence of lancinating chest pain or abdominal pain, commonly associated with fever, malaise, and headaches.