Can a person have chronic pleurisy without lupus?

Yes, a person can have chronic pleurisy without lupus. Chronic pleurisy is a condition in which the pleura, the thin membrane that lines the lungs and chest cavity, becomes inflamed and thickened. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, autoimmune diseases like lupus, and certain types of cancer. In some cases, the cause of chronic pleurisy may not be known. If the underlying cause is not addressed, chronic pleurisy can lead to scarring and thickening of the pleura, which can cause shortness of breath and other respiratory problems.