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Discoid atelectasis appears as a plate-like or disc-shaped shadow on the lungs which can be horizontal or linear. This indicates that a part of the lung has collapsed, preventing proper re-inflation and airflow in the area.
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What is discoidal?
Discoid atelectasis appears as a plate-like or disc-shaped shadow on the lungs which can be horizontal or linear. This indicates that a part of the lung has collapsed, preventing proper re-inflation and airflow in the area.
What the common types of atelectasis?
Resorption atelectasis
What is posterior atelectasis?
what is bilateral posterior atelectasis of the lungs
What is atelectasis posteriorly?
atelectasis = collapse of the lungs. posteriorly = toward the back.
What is an atelectasis?
An atelectasis is a collapse of a part or of the whole lung caused by inner factors rather than a pneumothorax.
Can discoid lupus go into permanent remission?
Yes, it is possible for discoid lupus to go into permanent remission.
Can you have babies if partner has discoid lupus?
Yes, it is possible to become pregnant if either or both partners have discoid lupus.
Will your discoid lupus get worse?
Discoid lupus may come and go in periods of increased disease activity called a flare.
How is discoid lupus contracted?
Discoid lupus is not contracted because it is not caused by a pathogen (virus, bacteria, or parasite). Discoid develops in people who are genetically predisposed to autoimmunity and in the presence of triggers, most notably ultra violet light.
What is the name for a collapse lung?
atelectasis
Can you have babies with discoid lupus?
Yes
Make a sentence with the word atelectasis?
The man was suffering from atelectasis and almost died. This word describes a lung that has collapsed completely or partially.
