Pneumothorax
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A pneumothorax occurs when air enters the space surrounding the lung, between it and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse partially or fully and lose its ability to fill with air.
Common symptoms: sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, and, at times, rapid breathing.
Common causes: it can arise spontaneously or as a result of trauma or certain lung conditions.
When should you see a doctor? the sudden onset of chest pain with difficulty breathing requires immediate emergency care.
Which specialist treats it? it is evaluated by the pulmonologist, the thoracic surgeon, and the emergency physician depending on the situation. When signs of this kind appear, the safest choice is to seek professional evaluation as soon as possible.
Data on 846 doctors who treat pneumothorax
Which specialist treats pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax is an emergency that should be evaluated by a pulmonologist, and by a cardiothoracic surgeon when surgical intervention is needed. An emergency medicine physician or general practitioner can provide initial care. Seek immediate medical attention if you have sudden difficulty breathing or chest pain.
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Doctors specialized in pneumothorax
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Frequently asked questions
What is pneumothorax?
A pneumothorax occurs when air enters the space surrounding the lung, between it and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse partially or fully and lose its ability to fill with air.
Which doctor treats pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax is an emergency that should be evaluated by a pulmonologist, and by a cardiothoracic surgeon when surgical intervention is needed. An emergency medicine physician or general practitioner can provide initial care. Seek immediate medical attention if you have sudden difficulty breathing or chest pain.