Ever noticed “SOB” written on your medical chart and felt confused? 🤔 Don’t worry—it doesn’t mean what it sounds like! In medical terms, SOB stands for “Shortness of Breath.” It’s a common symptom doctors note to track breathing issues, which may relate to Asthma, heart conditions, lung problems, or even anxiety. At LezDo TechMed, we make medical records easier to understand by reviewing and summarizing them in simple, clear language so nothing is misinterpreted. #LezDoTechMed #MedicalRecords #KnowYourChart
hi, it means Shortness Of Breath.
SOB is the abbreviation for Shortness of Breath, but it not commonly used nowadays. DOB or Difficulty Of Breathing is more acceptable.
It stands for a lot such as:SOB, Shortness of Breath (symptom). SOB, School Of Business. SOB, South of the Border. SOB, Summary of Benefits. It also may mean "son of a bitch" if used as an expletive.
It could be just about anything, that is why it is called "general." It is a chart that is organized for you to record things you observe about whatever subject you are observing. See related links for an example of a general observation chart used in the medical field.
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It could be just about anything, that is why it is called "general." It is a chart that is organized for you to record things you observe about whatever subject you are observing. See related links for an example of a general observation chart used in the medical field.
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Dyspnea is the medical term meaning shortness of breath. "Shortness of breath" is sometimes (disconcertingly) abbreviated in medical charts as "SOB."
The medical abbreviation "SOB OE" stands for "shortness of breath on exertion." It describes a patient experiencing difficulty breathing when engaging in physical activities. This symptom can indicate various underlying conditions, such as heart or lung issues, and often prompts further evaluation by healthcare professionals.
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Sob in past tense is sobbed.
He began to sob at the news.Brace yourselves, he is about to tell us his sob story again.