Pneumothorax treatment in Cuauhtémoc

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.