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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
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.
Can you have babies with discoid lupus?
Yes
What is the name for a collapse lung?
atelectasis
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.
Can you die from Discoid Lupus?
No, but some people with discoid or cutaneous go on to develop systemic lupus erythematosus which, if left untreated, can be life threatening in the minority of patients.
What part of the body does atelectasis affect?
Lung
