What Is Pulmonary Edema?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
1. Medical Emergency
Not being able to breathe properly is potentially a very serious problem for the patient, for reasons that should be obvious. How dangerous it is depends on the degree to which the patient’s ability to breathe is restricted. If the condition develops quickly then the patient should be found professional medical assistance immediately.
While the condition can be fatal, it is treatable, so the patient should be fine provided they are treated in time. Some people will find that the condition will develop slowly, and this should also be treated once a problem is identified. Treatment for the conditions will help ease the symptoms, while also addressing the underlying cause.
