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A barrel chest is often indicative of what respiratory disease?

emphysema


What does bell shaped chest mean?

I don't think there is a bell shaped chest. There is a barrel shaped chest. It usually means you have emphysema.


What is a destructive disease of the alveoli and the adjacent capillary walls resulting in chronic dyspnea cough and the characteristic barrel chest?

Emphysema


Is a destructive disease of the alveoli and the adjacent capillary walls resulting in chronic dyspnea cough and the characteristic barrel chest?

Emphysema


Do you get a pink chest rash with emphysema?

A pink chest rash is NOT a symptom of emphysema. It is more likely a negative side effect from a medication. Call your doctor.


What are Obstructive diseases of the respiratory system?

They are but not limited to:Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)AsthmaPneumoniaPulmonary EmbolismEmphysemaCommon cold


What is the contour of the chest in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

barrel Chest.


What does widening of the chest mean?

Barrel chest is common in patients with COPD. The chest expansion is the compensation of the body for the needed oxygen.


What causes Hyperresonance over the left chest?

Hyperresonance over the left chest can be caused by conditions such as a large pneumothorax (air trapped in the chest cavity), emphysema (damaged air sacs in the lungs), or a bronchial obstruction. It is important to seek medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and treatment.


What is a dove chest?

I have always been taught that men have a 'barrel' chest while women with large or protruding ribcage/sternum have a 'dove' chest.


What is the important measure to slow the progression of emphysema?

Stop smoking, and be careful about hand and mouth hygiene to avoid chest infections.


What is the medical term meaning progressive loss of lung function caused by enlargement of the alveoli?

Emphysema, which is a part of COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and emphysema.Called "barrel chest"; usually caused by chronic pulmonary emphysema.Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and emphysema.Pulmonary emphysema