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Pulmonary oedema

, also known as pulmonary congestion, is excessive fluid accumulation in the or air spaces of the lungs. This leads to impaired gas exchange, most often leading to shortness of breath () which can progress to and failure. Pulmonary edema has multiple causes and is traditionally classified as or .

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·Progressive , cough, fever, ,

Causes — why it happens

·, (, inhalation injury, , obstruction, high altitude)

How it's found

·Medical , lab tests, ECG,

Treatment

·Supplemental oxygen, diuretics, treat underlying disease process

Complications

·ARDS, failure

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