Pneumothorax

Our lungs are truly incredible organs. After all, the human body cannot survive without a functioning respiratory system! With your pulmonary health in mind, here are the common types of lung disease and their causes. 

Shortness of breath, known medically as dyspnea, refers to difficulty breathing and is a common complaint seen by many physicians. Its occurrence can be acute or chronic. We’ve compiled a list of the 12 medical causes for shortness of breath.