Pneumothorax
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The presence of air around the lungs is the colloquial way of referring to a pneumothorax, a situation in which air builds up in the space between the lung and the wall of the chest. That buildup prevents the lung from expanding normally and makes breathing difficult.
Warning signs:
- Sudden pain on one side of the chest
- Shortness of breath that appears suddenly
- Rapid breathing and a feeling of tightness
When to seek care? When there is intense chest pain or difficulty breathing that comes on suddenly, care should be sought without delay.
Which specialist treats it? The pulmonologist deals with diseases of the lungs and breathing, so they are the right one to evaluate this type of condition. Recognizing the symptoms and requesting a review in time is essential.
Data on 108 doctors who treat pneumothorax
Which specialist treats pneumothorax?
Air around the lungs (pneumothorax) should be evaluated promptly by a pulmonologist, a specialist in lung disease. See this specialist if you have sudden chest pain or difficulty breathing.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pneumothorax
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. JORGE RAMIRO PEREZ PASTRANA
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. César Arias Ruiz
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Pavel González Guzmán
Frequently asked questions
What is pneumothorax?
The presence of air around the lungs is the colloquial way of referring to a pneumothorax, a situation in which air builds up in the space between the lung and the wall of the chest. That buildup prevents the lung from expanding normally and makes breathing difficult.
Which doctor treats pneumothorax?
Air around the lungs (pneumothorax) should be evaluated promptly by a pulmonologist, a specialist in lung disease. See this specialist if you have sudden chest pain or difficulty breathing.