Respiratory distress

Respiratory distress

Respiratory distress may refer to either/both:

  • Labored breathing, the physical presentation of respiratory distress[1]
  • Shortness of breath or dyspnea - a sensation of respiratory distress

See also

References

  1. ^ Respiratory Distress Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Medicine. Colorado State University. Revised April 14, 1998

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