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Pulmonary edema
Pulmonary edema is a abnormal accumulation of fluid in the air sacs of the lung, often leading to shortness of breath. It is usually caused by heart failure.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | |||||
Preteen 6-13 | |||||
Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
How is it usually diagnosed?
Medications
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