Tachypnea Causes, Symptoms and More

Author
By somerset
Reviewed
Reviewed: dr. stavarache
Article Sources Article Sources
  • 1. Park SB, Khattar D. 'Tachypnea.' /[Updated 2021 Feb 28/]. In: StatPearls /[Internet/]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541062.
  • 2. Rauch, Daniela, et al. 'Persistent Tachypnea of Infancy. Usual and Aberrant.' American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, vol. 193, no. 4, 2016, pp. 438–447., doi:10.1164/rccm.201508-1655oc.
  • 3. Tsukada, Setsuro et al. 'Coupling of dyspnea perception and occurrence of tachypnea during exercise.'The journal of physiological sciences: JPS vol. 67,1 (2017): 173- 180: doi:10.1007/s12576-016-0452-5.
  • 4. Hotchkiss, Richard S et al. 'Sepsis and septic shock.' Nature reviews. Disease primers vol. 2 16045: 30 Jun. 2016, doi:10.1038/nrdp.2016.45.
  • 5. Kales, S N. 'Carbon monoxide intoxication.' American family physician vol. 48,6 (1993): 1100-4.
  • 6. 'COPD.' Mayo Clinic, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/copd/symptoms-causes/syc-20353679.
  • 7. Pulmonary Embolism (PE) By Victor F. Tapson, et al. 'Pulmonary Embolism (PE) - Pulmonary Disorders.' Merck Manuals Professional Edition, www.merckmanuals.com/professional/pulmonary-disorders/pulmonary-embolism-pe/pulmonary-embolism-pe.
  • 8. 'Diabetic Ketoacidosis: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia.' MedlinePlus, medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000320.htm.
  • 9. 'Pleural Effusion: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments.' Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17373-pleural-effusion-causes-signs--treatment.
Medical Expert Medical Expert

6. Allergic Reactions

People who have allergic reactions might experience tachypnea as a symptom. An allergic reaction to pollen, animals or other triggers can cause tachypnea, swelling of the airway, hives and a number of other symptoms.

Tachypnea is not inherently dangerous on its own, as patients can usually still get their required oxygen. However, when it's experienced alongside a closing airway, there might not be enough oxygen getting through. Those experiencing tachypnea as a result of an allergic reaction should seek medical attention.1Park SB, Khattar D. ‘Tachypnea.’ /[Updated 2021 Feb 28/]. In: StatPearls /[Internet/]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2021 Jan, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541062.

Tachypnea

Home | Privacy Policy | Editorial | Unsubscribe | | About Us

This site offers information designed for entertainment & educational purposes only. With any health related topic discussed on this site you should not rely on any information on this site as a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, advice, or as a substitute for, professional counseling care, advice, treatment, or diagnosis. If you have any questions or concerns about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional.