10 Causes of Atelectasis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #8: Pneumonia
Not only can pneumonia and other lung infections cause someone to cough so hard that they damage the tissues in their lungs, but they can actually contribute to atelectasis on their own.
These conditions can make it quite difficult to breathe and can lead to permanent damage of the alveoli if they are not managed properly.
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