1.4 Chemical Determination. Proteins are complex, organic compounds composed of many amino acids linked together through peptide bonds and cross-linked between chains by sulfhydryl bonds, hydrogen bonds and van der Waals forces.
Treatment of the underlying disease, of course, ultimately relieves the pleurisy. For example, if a heart, lung, or kidney condition is present, it is treated. Removal of fluid from the chest cavity (thoracentesis) can relieve the pain and shortness of breath.
Lifestyle and home remedies. The following steps might help relieve symptoms related to pleurisy: 1  Take medication. 2  Take medication such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) as needed to relieve pain and inflammation. 3  Get plenty of rest. 4  Find the position that causes you the least discomfort and try to stay in it.