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| ICD-10 | R06 |
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| ICD-9 | 786.0 |
| OMIM | [1] |
| MedlinePlus | 003075 |
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| DiseasesDB | 15892 |
Dyspnea (Latin dyspnoea, Greek dyspnoia from dyspnoos - short of breath) or shortness of breath (SOB) is perceived difficulty breathing or pain on breathing. It is a common symptom of numerous medical disorders.
Causes
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- disorders within the lungs
- pulmonary hypertension
- atelectasis
- disorders in the ribcage
- kyphosis
- disorders in adjacent organs
- disorders in the nervous system
- disorders due to drugs and toxic substances.
- SARS
- Broncho-obstructive conditions
- emphysema
- COPD
- asthma
- broken ribs
- lung cancer
- malignant hypertension
- obesity
- patent ductus arteriosus
- Pregnancy
Related terms
- tachypnea, too rapid breathing.
- bradypnea, too slow breathing.
- orthopnea, dyspnea occurring in a recumbent position
- paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea, dyspnea occurring during sleep.
External links
de:Dyspnoe fr:Dyspnée no:Dyspné pt:Falta de ar
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