Lung Collapse
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When a portion of the lung or the entire lung loses air and deflates, we call it lung collapse, a situation in which the lung tissue stops expanding normally during breathing.
Common causes: It may be due to air entering the space surrounding the lung, to the blockage of an airway by mucus or foreign objects, or to pressure from fluid or masses inside the chest.
Frequent symptoms: Sudden difficulty breathing, chest pain, rapid breathing, and, in some cases, a bluish discoloration of the skin. The severity varies depending on how much of the lung is affected.
Which specialist treats it? The thoracic surgeon and the pulmonologist evaluate the lung and provide guidance about the causes. When shortness of breath comes on suddenly, it is best to seek care promptly for a professional evaluation.
Data on 5 doctors who treat lung collapse
Which specialist treats lung collapse?
Lung Collapse is usually treated by specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in lung collapse
Dr. Luis Eduardo Casillas Covarrubias
Dr. Filiberto Villanueva Rustrian
Dr. Jorge Straffon Castañeda
Dr. Jorge Manuel Catrip Torres
Dr. Abel Vidal Vallejo
Dr. Víctor G. Gómez Saviñón
Dr. Miguel Ángel González Alanis
Dr. Eugenio Guzmán De La Garza
Dr. José Adrían Carrera Luna
Dr. Leonardo Arellano Juarez
Dr. Óscar Daniel Torres Bernal
Dr. Xicotencatl Vasquez Jimenez
Dr. Maria del Sol Garcia Ortegón
Dr. Abel Archundia Garcia
Dr. Pantoja Javier Esparza
Dr. José Alberto Rubalcava Castillo
Dr. José González García
Dr. Arturo Carranza Rebollar
Dr. Víctor Galindo López
Dr. Stefany González De Leo
Frequently asked questions
What is lung collapse?
When a portion of the lung or the entire lung loses air and deflates, we call it lung collapse, a situation in which the lung tissue stops expanding normally during breathing.
Which doctor treats lung collapse?
Lung Collapse is usually treated by specialists in cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon.