Dyspnea

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Symptom/Sign: Dyspnea
Classifications and external resources
ICD-10 R06.8
ICD-9 786.0
DiseasesDB 15892
MedlinePlus 003075
MeSH D004417

Dyspnea or dyspnoea (pronounced disp-nee-ah, IPA /dɪsp'niə/), from Latin dyspnoea, from Greek dyspnoia from dyspnoos, shortness of breath) or shortness of breath (SOB) is perceived to be difficulty of breathing or painful breathing. It is a common symptom of numerous medical disorders.

Dyspnea on exertion (DOE or exertional dyspnea) indicates dyspnea that occurs (or worsens) during physical activity. Dyspnea on exertion is considered medically normal and does not warrant the ICD-9 786.09.

Contents

[edit] Disorders of the lungs

[edit] Obstructive lung diseases

[edit] Diseases of lung parenchyma and pleura

[edit] Contagious

[edit] Non-contagious

[edit] Pulmonary vascular diseases

[edit] Other causes of diminished breathing

[edit] Obstruction of the airway

[edit] Immobilization of the diaphragm

[edit] Restriction of the chest volume

[edit] Disorders of the cardiovascular system

[edit] Disorders of the blood and metabolism

[edit] Disorders affecting breathing nerves and muscles

[edit] Psychological conditions

[edit] Medications

[edit] See also

[edit] References

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (2006). Stedman's Medical Dictionary, 28th Edition. Baltimore, Maryland: Julie K. Stegman, 601. ISBN 0-7817-3390-1. 

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