Dyspnea
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪspˈniː.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dyspnea is a noun meaning (pathology) Difficult or laboured breathing.
Meaning
(pathology) Difficult or laboured breathing.
Example Sentences
In a Diſpnœa, the breath is thick, vvithout noiſe or anhelation, and vvith leſs trouble.
During August the tumor again grew rapidly, causing dyspnœa, constipation and general malaise.
Word Forms
- dyspneas
- dyspnoea
Synonyms for dyspnea
Depending on context, synonyms include SOB, breathlessness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include breath, shortness, breathlessness, orthopnea, tachypnea, suffocation.
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