Pneumothorax
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A pneumothorax occurs when air enters the space surrounding the lung, between it and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse partially or fully and lose its ability to fill with air.
Common symptoms: sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, and, at times, rapid breathing.
Common causes: it can arise spontaneously or as a result of trauma or certain lung conditions.
When should you see a doctor? the sudden onset of chest pain with difficulty breathing requires immediate emergency care.
Which specialist treats it? it is evaluated by the pulmonologist, the thoracic surgeon, and the emergency physician depending on the situation. When signs of this kind appear, the safest choice is to seek professional evaluation as soon as possible.
Data on 769 doctors who treat pneumothorax
Which specialist treats pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax is an emergency that should be evaluated by a pulmonologist, and by a cardiothoracic surgeon when surgical intervention is needed. An emergency medicine physician or general practitioner can provide initial care. Seek immediate medical attention if you have sudden difficulty breathing or chest pain.
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Doctors specialized in pneumothorax
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is pneumothorax?
A pneumothorax occurs when air enters the space surrounding the lung, between it and the chest wall, causing the lung to collapse partially or fully and lose its ability to fill with air.
Which doctor treats pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax is an emergency that should be evaluated by a pulmonologist, and by a cardiothoracic surgeon when surgical intervention is needed. An emergency medicine physician or general practitioner can provide initial care. Seek immediate medical attention if you have sudden difficulty breathing or chest pain.