Hossam Mowafi Explains Breathing Difficulties
Dr. Hussam Mowafi, Professor of Critical Care Medicine, emphasized the importance of assessing the causes of shortness of breath and suffocation that a patient has been experiencing for two years. These symptoms are accompanied by body swelling, chest pain, and severe palpitations. He confirmed that determining the patient's age and the nature of the symptoms—such as whether they occur at rest or during exertion—is essential to identify the underlying cause, which could be related to the heart, lungs, diaphragm, nervous system, or chemical and hormonal imbalances. He explained that right-sided heart failure leads to liver congestion and swelling of the legs, while left-sided failure causes lung congestion, making early diagnosis crucial for effective treatment.
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