Hi @chlcrene1993, welcome to Connect. I can imagine that you are worried, but as you know worry and paranoia are counterproductive and not helpful. Easier said that done, I know. But you've taken the first step to helping yourself to calm down by reaching out to others.

Let's start with information. Here's an explanation from Mayo Clinic about pleurisy: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pleurisy/symptoms-causes/syc-20351863 The article suggests that viral infection will likely to clear on its own.

Be sure to get as much rest as possible. Are you able to medication such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) to relieve pain and inflammation? As hard as it might be, are you able to reduce the amount you smoke?