MEDICAL
LUNGS
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Question
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If someone has a pneumothorax, they have
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a lung infection
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a very big rib cage
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a collapsed lung
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a third lung
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A collapsed lung occurs when air escapes from the lung. The air then fills the space outside of the lung between the lung and chest wall. This buildup of air puts pressure on the lung, so it cannot expand as much as it normally does when you take a breath. The medical name of this condition is pneumothorax.
Detailed explanation-2: -The long-term impact of pneumothorax can vary. If only a small amount of air is trapped in the pleural space, there may be no further complications. If the volume of air is larger or it affects the heart, it can be life-threatening.
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