Dyspnoea

Dyspnoea (also known as shortness of breath or breathlessness) is a subjective experience of breathing discomfort that consists of qualitatively distinct sensations that vary in intensity. The term dyspnoea is derived from the Greek words dys meaning difficult, and pnoia meaning breath.

Causes

Dyspnoea can be caused by a wide range of conditions, including heart disease, lung disease, anemia, and anxiety disorders. It can also be a symptom of serious conditions such as pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Symptoms

The main symptom of dyspnoea is a feeling of breathlessness. This can be accompanied by other symptoms such as chest pain, wheezing, coughing, and fatigue.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of dyspnoea is based on a patient's medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include blood tests, chest X-ray, electrocardiogram (ECG), and pulmonary function tests.

Treatment

The treatment of dyspnoea depends on the underlying cause. It may involve medications, oxygen therapy, physical therapy, or in severe cases, surgery.

See also

• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Heart failure
• Pulmonary hypertension

External links

• WikiMD article on Dyspnoea

Dyspnoea Resources
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