Tachypnea Causes, Symptoms and More

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7. Pulmonary Embolism

A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot in the lung, which can cause tachypnea. Rapid breathing can be a sign that the body is struggling to take in enough oxygen due to the lung not being able to properly absorb the oxygen it needs.⁷Pulmonary 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.

Pulmonary embolism can be caused by a number of conditions, and risk factors for the condition are extensive.

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