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Respiratory Disorders (Expert Forum)
Chest gurlging
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Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish, May 13, 2008 05:17PM
, May 13, 2008 05:17PM
It is more likely that the "gurgling" is originating in your intestinal tract, rather than your lungs. However, considering your shortness of breath and especially if you have a productive cough, the latter is possible.
Regardless of the cause of the "gurgling", it cannot be ignored. You must see your doctor and have a plain chest x-ray performed. This may well provide the answer, but if it does not, additional testing may be required.
Good luck.
Regardless of the cause of the "gurgling", it cannot be ignored. You must see your doctor and have a plain chest x-ray performed. This may well provide the answer, but if it does not, additional testing may be required.
Good luck.
Member Comments (3)
by spuzmanx, May 09, 2008 11:36AM
hmmm could be pneumonia, fluids building in the lung...or could be some kind of plural fusion, fluids in the outer part of the lung.....go get a x-ray quick
by lexie19, May 09, 2008 01:33PM
To: cyfer
Am not a doctor, but this sounds like pneumonia. I use to work in a nursing home and seen people with this problem..u need the hospital...please go straight away...x
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