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A subpleural bulla ("bullae" is the plural form) is a bubble-like structure which forms in the lungs (just beneath the lung's cover : "pleura" - hence the name) as a result of a disease called "emphysema". A mild form of this disease is rather common and often without any symptoms in younger adults. The bullae are defined as to be at least 1 cm in diameter and to have a wall less than 1 mm thick. Eventually, they may rupture and cause a transient sharp chest pain which resolves by itself within a brief period of time, called "spontaneous pneumothorax".
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∙ 13y agoA pulmonary bulla is an abnormal enlargement of alveolar space usually caused by the destruction of alveolar walls to make one space out of many smaller spaces. The bulla can be filled with air, blood or septic exudate.
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∙ 11y agoBullae (singular bulla) are large blisters. Bullae may be seen after burns or in poison ivy.
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What lung disease is characterized by bullae?
pulmonary bullous disease
Is Bullae both sungular and plural?
The noun 'bullae' is the plural form of 'bulla'
Are subpleural bullae dangerous?
Subpleural bullae are small air-filled sacs that form in the lung tissue near the pleura. They are typically not dangerous unless they become large and compress nearby structures, leading to symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. Monitoring them through medical evaluation is important to ensure they do not cause complications.
What is the meaning of bullae?
of Bulla
What is the plural form of bulla?
bullae
Why were papal bulls called that?
A leaden seal is affixed around a cord and attached to the proclamation. These leaden seals are called bullae. Every papal proclamation has the papal bullae attached to it. On one side of the papal bullae is an engraved picture of two saints, and on the other side is the name and seal of the issuing pope. The bullae attachment is considered authentication of the document as being from the pope. Hence the proclamations are called bulls because of the bullae's attachment.
Why are papal proclamations called bulls?
A leaden seal is affixed around a cord and attached to the proclamation. These leaden seals are called bullae. Every papal proclamation has the papal bullae attached to it. On one side of the papal bullae is an engraved picture of two saints, and on the other side is the name and seal of the issuing pope. The bullae attachment is considered authentication of the document as being from the pope. Hence the proclamations are called bulls because of the bullae's attachment.
What is the name of a blister larger than one half cm in diameter?
BullaPlural, bullae
What is the medical term meaning large blister?
Bulla (a large vesicle)bullaA bulla (plural bullae) is a large blister.
What is lung compliance?
Lung compliance = Lung expandability
Which lung has three lobes?
The right lung has three lobes.
What is lung neoplasm?
Lung neoplasm means lung tumor.
