16 months ago I had 4 bypass. Trouble taking in a deep breath for at least 6-7 months.( ignored by the doctors because they could not hear any sounds with stethascope). Diabetic for the last 2 years.  Developed full blown episode of pleurosy 9 days ago. Prescribed 1000mg of Napricin.  didnit help breathing, only pain.  Yesterday, i started Methylprednisolone 4mg pack.   Rapid pounding heart beat entire first day and night.  Is this drug appropriate?  Would antibiotic or a combination of the two work better.  Treating dry pleurosy.  Florida is the worst medical care I have experienced.
Pleurisy occurring 18 months post bypass is rarely due to procedure, so rule out secondary causes.  Prednisone is a steroid, quickly will relieve the symptoms and through nit recommended, widely used by doctors, and under observant care would not be a big problem.  If symptoms persist try mailing me all your reports Regards Chat Doctor.